Access Holdings CEO Herbert Wigwe, his wife, son, and former President of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, Abimbola Ogunbajo, are feared dead in a helicopter crash between the borders of Nevada and California. The crash occurred as the group, including Herbert's wife, son, and a friend, was en route to Las Vegas. Due to adverse weather conditions, their aircraft landed in Palm Springs, California, and they took a helicopter to Las Vegas at 10 pm local time.
A search and recovery operation is underway, with six persons believed to be on board. The chopper crashed near the Nevada-California border on Friday night. Official confirmation from National Safety Transportation officials is awaited at the crash site. The tragedy has sent shockwaves through the financial community, with details yet to be disclosed. The incident underscores the unpredictability and risks associated with air travel, leaving family members and authorities grappling with the aftermath.
