A/Bank CEO’s Death: US Aviation Agency Gives Update Into Chopper Crash

The United States Federal Aviation Administration, FAA, has given an update into the air mishap that claimed the life of Herbert Wigwe, Group Chief Executive Officer of the Access Holdings Plc.

FAA said it will be part of the investigations into the air mishap that claimed Wigwe’s life.

Recall that Wigwe, his wife and son were onboard the chopper when it crashed in California near the Nevada border.

Abimbola Ogunbanjo, the former group chairman of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), was also reported to be onboard the chopper.

FAA said the Eurocopter EC130 helicopter crashed around 10 pm California time (Saturday, 7 am Nigerian time).

However, FAA said the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will be in charge of the investigation and will provide any updates.

A US local news, KTLA 5 News, said the helicopter took off from Palm Springs but it was not clear where it was headed.

While one of the choppers had Wigwe and his family on board, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Wigwe’s business partner and former Access bank CEO, and Tunde Folawiyo, business mogul, were reportedly aboard the second chopper.

However, the management of Access Bank is yet to officially announce the death of its owner.

In a statement late Saturday, the bank said, “We have received numerous inquiries concerning an airplane crash in the USA. Presently, we lack specific information; however, we are actively collaborating with US authorities who will furnish updates.

“Your understanding and support are valued, and we commit to keeping you informed promptly as we receive updates on the situation,” the bank noted.