Access Bank Appoints Bolaji Agbede As Interim CEO Following Tragic Helicopter Accident

In a recent statement released by Access Holdings Plc, the parent company of Access Bank, it was revealed that Bolaji Agbede, a highly respected senior founding executive director of the bank, will assume the role of CEO on an acting basis.

Ms. Agbede brings a wealth of experience to her new position, having joined Access Bank in 2003 and accumulated nearly 30 years of expertise in banking and business consultancy, according to reports by the BBC.

The untimely demise of Herbert Wigwe occurred when his chartered helicopter was en route from Palm Springs to Boulder City in Nevada, USA. Tragically, the aircraft went down approximately 96km (60 miles) from Las Vegas.

Reports indicate that the 57-year-old banker was traveling to Las Vegas to attend Sunday's Super Bowl, underscoring the sudden and unexpected nature of the accident.

Herbert Wigwe was a pivotal figure in the Nigerian banking industry, having founded Access Bank in 1989. Under his leadership, Access Bank experienced remarkable growth, culminating in its ascent to become one of Nigeria’s largest banks following its acquisition of its main competitor, Diamond Bank, in 2018.

The loss of Herbert Wigwe has sent shockwaves through the banking community and beyond, with tributes pouring in for his leadership, vision, and contributions to the Nigerian economy.

As Access Bank navigates this challenging period of transition, Bolaji Agbede's appointment as interim CEO reflects the bank's commitment to continuity and stability. The Access Bank family mourns the loss of Herbert Wigwe while pledging to uphold his legacy and steer the institution forward with resilience and determination.