‘His Presence Was Larger Than Life,’ Sanwo-Olu Pays Tribute To Wigwe One Year After

Herbert Wigwe, the late business tycoon, has received glowing tributes from the Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who he described as a man with a presence greater than life. &nbsp,

“A year ago, the world as we knew it, changed forever. In an instant, we lost a man whose presence was larger than life”, the governor said.

Sanwo-Olu was one of the many well-known guests who gathered at the Eko Hotel in Lagos to pay tribute to the late banking sage in a year.

Wigwe, his wife Chizoba, and son Chizi died in an air crash exactly one year ago in the United States.

According to Sanwo-Olu, “the pain of their passing lingers like an unhealed wound that has not been healed.”

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The governor recalled Wigwe’s contribution to the country’s and Lagos State’s development, saying he still struggles to “discuss Herbert in the past.”

“He truly believed in Nigeria, he believed in Africa”, Sanwo-Olu told the solemn gathering on Sunday evening.

“He, especially believed in our work here in Lagos State. Herbert traveled extensively with us, assisting my government in securing funding and partners, the governor of Lagos State said.

People in this room are aware of what I am talking about, and Laguna State has felt his absence for a while. Some initiatives are moving more quickly than ever, without a doubt. Of course, Herbert being around would have pushed them forward”.

Governor Sanwo-Olu recounted Wigwe’s contributions to Lagos State ranging from his support during the COVID-19 pandemic, banking sector, arts and culture, and a host of other efforts.

“H. O. W made my work as a governor a little easier for me”, a sober Sanwo-Olu told the audience.

Source: Channels TV