Herbert Wigwe
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Founder of Wigwe University, Herbert Wigwe has said that the tertiary institution is committed to local excellence and global impact by providing world-class education. He explained that the institution has been established to nurture fearless leaders and would change the narrative about the African continent in all areas. He noted, “The project's major focus is…
12 Nov
Access Holdings is leaving no stone unturned in advancing the course of a prosperous Africa. This long-standing commitment is underscored by its mission to empower the next generation of African creatives through the transformative power of art.
11 Nov
Access Holdings has deepened its collaboration with the African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) by sponsoring 2023 Globe Awards ‘Best Short Film’ category.
21 Oct
The Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe (HOW) Foundation, Wigwe University, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Future Map Africa and Ascend Studios Foundation are perfecting strategies for the Global Tech Africa...
9 Oct
Currently, success is often measured by personal achievements and wealth. However, there are individuals who stand out not just for their accomplishments, but for their commitment to giving back to society. Group Managing Director and CEO of Access Bank Plc., Herbert Wigwe, is one such individual. His dedication to education and his vision for a…
25 Sep
Access Holdings Plc has announced an interim dividend of 30 kobo, even as the bank posted profit after tax of N135.44 billion in its half year (H1)operations, against N88.74 billion achieved in the corresponding period in 2023. Specifically, the banks audited financial statement for the half year showed that profit after tax rose by 52.63…
21 Jun
Group Managing Director of Access Holdings Plc., Herbert Wigwe, has urged Nigerian legislators and legal practitioners to embrace globalisation.
9 Jun
To accelerate the growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Access Bank has announced the establishment of the French Desk.
8 Jun
The meteoric expansion of Nigeria’s financial services industry and the evolving nature of modern banking in the last 10 years due to the rapid advancement of technology has led to unexpected regulatory and legal challenges.
6 Jun
To accelerate growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), especially those seeking to extend their business activities to France, Access Bank has announced the establishment of French Desk by the bank. At the unveiling of the Access Bank’s French Desk in Lagos, the Group Managing Director of the bank, Herbert Wigwe the strategic platform…
24 May
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank Holdings, Dr. Herbert Wigwe, has laid foundation to start a private university at his hometown in Isiokpo, Ikwere Local Government Area of Rivers State.
12 May
Access Bank Plc, the flagship company of Access Holdings Plc, yesterday, officially launched its subsidiary in Paris, France. The bank’s operations will focus on trade finance, initially capitalising on flows between Africa and France, particularly Francophone Africa.
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