I thought I would die before Wigwe – Former Emir, Sanusi breaks down in tears as he pays tribute to late bank chief
On Wednesday, March 6, Muhammadu Sanusi II, the Fomer Emir of Kano, sobbed while honouring Herbert Wigwe, the former Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc. Speaking to the gathering on Wednesday, March 6, at the memorial night hosted at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos state, Sanusi expressed his belief that he would pass away before Herbert. ‘’I transferred all of my savings into a trust about two years ago in order to provide for my children’s education. As a father, my top objective is to ensure that my children will have a quality education after my death. I informed Herbert that I am giving you control over this Trust for my kids’ education because I am aware that
even if I die and did not leave any money, you will educate my children. I thought I would die before Herbert.” the former monarch broke down in tears as he said this
He went on to recall how the late banker stood by his side all through his travails after being removed as Emir of Kano by former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje.
Sanusi said, Herbert assured him of his unflinching support and loyalty. He said to match words with action, Herbert provided a plane for him at the tarmac in Kano to convey him to Lagos after his dethronement.
“When I had problems in Kano, I called him about six months before I was told to leave Kano. I said to him, Herbert I know you are doing all your best to solve all these problems, but I am convinced that this is what is going to happen.
Your Highness, don’t worry. Whatever happens, don’t worry. We are here for you. On the day I heard on the radio that I was dethroned, I called him and said I wanted to come to Lagos.
The announcement was made about 9 am, by noon Herbert had a plane at the tarmac in Kano. The plan then was to take me into exile for many years. I put my family on that plane and sent them to Lagos, with no phone calls. Herbert received them and put them in a hotel.
Later, he got them accommodation. For months, when I came, they stayed there. Your Highness, if you want to travel, just call Shola.” he said
Watch a clip from the tribute below…