The family of the late Herbert Wigwe, former Group Managing Director of Access Bank, is embroiled in a legal dispute over discrepancies between versions of his will filed in Nigeria and Florida. The Nigerian version comprises only three pages, whereas the Florida counterpart contains 18 pages.
Herbert Wigwe, his wife Doreen, and their son Chin tragically died in a plane crash on February 5, 2024. Following their deaths, the administration of his estate has been contentious. His sister, Joyce Wigwe, publicly accused his longtime associate, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, of attempting to manipulate Herbert’s will and obstructing transparency in the legal proceedings. She also raised suspicions of foul play regarding the circumstances leading to her brother’s tragic plane crash.
Adding to the dispute, Herbert’s 90-year-old father, Pastor Shyngle Wigwe, has challenged the guardianship arrangements outlined in the will. He has taken legal action against his 26-year-old granddaughter, Otutochi Wigwe, over property and guardianship rights, contradicting Herbert’s will, which stipulates that his wealth be distributed solely among his children.
The discrepancies between the Nigerian and Florida versions of the will have intensified the legal battle. The Nigerian version’s brevity has raised concerns about its authenticity and completeness, prompting family members to seek judicial intervention to resolve the inconsistencies.
This ongoing dispute underscores the complexities that can arise in estate administration, especially when multiple jurisdictions are involved and when significant assets are at stake. The resolution of this case will likely have lasting implications for the Wigwe family and may set precedents for similar cases in the future.
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Discrepancies in Late Herbert Wigwe’s Will Spark Family Dispute
