Dr. Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe, the late banker, entrepreneur and philanthropist, would have turned 60 today, offering an occasion to reflect on a life defined by ambition, institution-building and service. From transforming Access Bank into a major African financial institution to investing in education, healthcare and youth development, Wigwe believed success carried a responsibility to create opportunities for others. His vision extended beyond banking, finding expression in The HOW Foundation, Wigwe University and initiatives aimed at nurturing future leaders. Two years after his death, the institutions he built and the lives he touched continue to keep his remarkable legacy alive, writes Omolabake Fasogbon
Dr. Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe, the late banker, entrepreneur and philanthropist, would have turned 60 today, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence banking, education, healthcare and youth development in Nigeria and beyond.
Wigwe, who rose to become one of Africa’s leading financial executives, was widely known for his role in the transformation and expansion of Access Bank. But beyond banking, he devoted considerable attention and resources to building institutions, supporting young people and creating opportunities for disadvantaged communities.
