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Herbert Wigwe’s father: I didn’t request 20% of my late son’s property

Pastor Shyngle Wigwe, the father of the late Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, Herbert Wigwe, has described as false and misleading, reports of requesting 20 per cent of his late son’s property.

A news medium (Not The Star) had reported that Wigwe’s family filed a caveat at the Probate Registry to challenge the distribution of the late banker’s estate outlined in his will.

The platform added that Pastor Shyngle also requested that 20 per cent of Herbert’s estate be allotted to him and other family members.

However, the father debunked the claims in a statement issued by one Emeka Wigwe for the family on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

Emeka stated: “To clarify, at no point has Pastor Shyngle Wigwe requested 20% of the estate of the late Herbert Wigwe. Neither has there been any such request by other family members. The article’s claim that this demand contradicts Herbert’s will is entirely false and misleading.

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“The facts regarding the estate are already publicly available in the Probate Registry, where an affidavit clearly outlines the correct details. A simple search by your reporters would have revealed this truth.

“During this painful time of grief, our family remains united, focusing on healing and growing stronger together. We have no intention of engaging in a public defense because there are no sides to take. The only truth is that we are navigating this immense loss and will continue to do so with dignity.

“Herbert Wigwe’s legacy as a visionary banker and entrepreneur is what should be remembered. He transformed Access Bank into a national leader and devoted himself to empowering others through initiatives like The HOW Foundation, which focused on education and healthcare. These are the values that define his life and should be the focus, rather than unfounded speculation.

“We respectfully urge your publication to correct the inaccuracies in the report and to exercise greater diligence in fact-checking future stories.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

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