‘Lagos is not going to neglect Herbert Wigwe’ – Sanwo-Olu to immortalise late founding father of Entry Financial institution

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday, vowed to immortalise the late founding father of Entry Financial institution, Herbert Wigwe, who was born on the Island Maternity Hospital within the state.

Sanwo-Olu made the pledge on Monday night time at an occasion to have fun the late Group Chief Govt, Entry Company, Dr Herbert Wigwe, tagged, “Celebrating Herbert Wigwe – A Skilled Legacy”.

NAN stories that the occasion was divided into six segments – Younger Hebert, the banker, the entrepreneur, the CEO, the builder and the ambassador.

The governor narrated his final dialog with Wigwe on Thursday, February 8, the place lofty concepts have been mentioned.

Sanwo-Olu stated “This was the final dialog that I’ll carry on my cellphone for a very long time.”

In accordance with him, Wigwe was a person who all the time had good tales and supported totally different initiatives of his administration and was driving him to take up new challenges.

He stated, “Herbert was one of many very first those who supported my ambition generously.”

Sanwo-Olu stated it was unbelievable how a person might give a lot, together with his phrases of encouragement.

He additionally revealed how Wigwe collaborated with different companions to cushion the consequences of COVID-19 (coronavirus) throughout the dreaded international pandemic.

“Herbert led from the entrance, inspired and stood with the state authorities. I’ve certainly misplaced a giant good friend,” the governor stated.

Sanwo-Olu stated if locations of delivery mattered, Wigwe ought to be of Isale Eko origin, noting, “Herbert has transcended past borders.

“Lagos is not going to neglect Herbert Wigwe. We’ll assist the household,” he stated.