Pastor Shyngle Wigwe Sues Tochi Wigwe Over Herbert Wigwe’s Properties
Pastor Shyngle Wigwe, 90, alongside Christian Chukwuka Wigwe, has initiated legal proceedings against several family members over the estate of the late billionaire, Herbert Wigwe.
The dispute, now before the High Court of Lagos State, sees Pastor Shyngle and his co-claimant facing off against his granddaughter, Tochi Wigwe, and other relatives.
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Herbert Wigwe, the former Group CEO of Access Holdings Plc, tragically died in a helicopter crash on February 9, 2024, near Nipton, California, while en route to the Super Bowl in Las Vegas. The crash also claimed the lives of his wife, Chizoba Wigwe, their son, Chizi Wigwe, and Abimbola Ogunbanjo, the former Group Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, along with two pilots.
The Eurocopter EC130 went down in harsh weather conditions, with initial reports citing severe damage upon impact. Following a week of funeral rites, Herbert, Chizoba, and Chizi were privately laid to rest on March 9, 2024, at Wigwe University in their hometown of Omueke, Isiokpo, Rivers State, Nigeria.
At the heart of the current legal battle is the management and distribution of Herbert Wigwe’s vast estate. While specific claims remain undisclosed, the case has drawn significant attention due to the prominence of those involved. Legal analysts suggest it could set important precedents for inheritance law in Nigeria, especially in cases involving substantial wealth and multiple heirs.
The family has yet to release public statements regarding the litigation, maintaining a veil of discretion as the case unfolds. The High Court of Lagos State, known for handling complex civil disputes, will now serve as the stage for this high-profile family conflict. The outcome could reshape the Wigwe family’s legacy and influence future legal approaches to estate management in Nigeria.
Hearing dates remain undisclosed, but both the legal community and the public are watching closely, given the potential ramifications of the case on family law and inheritance disputes in the country.
