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HERBERT WIGWE’S TRAGIC HELICOPTER CRASH: AVOIDABLE DEATHS CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE AND PILOT ERROR

 HERBERT WIGWE’S TRAGIC HELICOPTER CRASH: AVOIDABLE DEATHS CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE AND PILOT ERROR


By Daniel Okonkwo


The final report released by the United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) regarding the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of former Access Holdings Group CEO Herbert Wigwe, his wife Doreen, their son Chizi, and former NGX Group Chairman Abimbola Ogunbanjo has sparked profound sorrow and outrage. These deaths were completely avoidable and painfully unnecessary. In any professional aviation environment, safety is non-negotiable. The level of negligence and unprofessional conduct displayed in this case is deeply alarming and should attract serious legal and regulatory penalties—not only to serve justice but to send a clear and uncompromising message to aviation companies and personnel worldwide: human lives must never be gambled with.


The accident, which occurred on February 9, 2024, near the California-Nevada border, has now been officially attributed to both pilot error and glaring negligence on the part of the helicopter company. According to the NTSB, the pilot made the unwise and ultimately fatal decision to continue flying under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) despite encountering deteriorating weather and Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC). This decision led to spatial disorientation—a dangerous phenomenon where a pilot loses their sense of direction and control in poor visibility—causing the helicopter to crash into the terrain and killing all six passengers on board.


The NTSB report paints a disturbing picture of systemic failure. Not only was the pilot's judgment severely flawed, but the helicopter company also demonstrated serious deficiencies in safety oversight and operational management. The company’s lack of adequate protocols and its disregard for safe flight conditions directly contributed to this tragedy.


Had such a disaster occurred in Nigeria, the internet would likely have erupted with condemnation—rife with scathing criticism of pilot qualifications and regulatory standards. Yet, this incident, which occurred within the jurisdiction of one of the world’s most advanced aviation systems, punctuate a sobering reality: negligence and professional complacency can persist anywhere if oversight is compromised.


Beyond the technical failures and professional misconduct lies a deeper human tragedy—the irreparable loss suffered by the families left behind, especially the surviving children. It is unimaginable to grasp the depth of grief they must now endure, knowing that the loss of their parents and sibling was preventable. No matter how prepared, educated, or emotionally buoyant a child may be, the vacuum left by such a catastrophic loss is immeasurable. The emotional toll is profound and enduring. No child can truly comprehend or easily recover from the sudden death of their parents and loved ones under such circumstances.


Yet, amid the sorrow, there is hope. The children of the Wigwe and Ogunbanjo families come from legacies of excellence, irrepressible and purposeful leadership. It is believed they possess the strength and foundation to continue their families’ visions and uphold their cherished values. However, this strength should not overshadow the urgent need for accountability. Those responsible for this tragedy must face the full weight of justice.


The NTSB report is more than a document—it is a resounding call to action. It exposes a grievous failure caused by carelessness and neglect in an industry where precision, diligence, and accountability must be the standard. These lives did not have to be lost. Let this tragedy fuel a global conversation on aviation safety, corporate responsibility, and the inviolable sanctity of human life.


Justice must be pursued. Reform must be enforced. And above all, the memories of those lost must be honored through meaningful and lasting change.

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HERBERT WIGWE’S TRAGIC HELICOPTER CRASH: AVOIDABLE DEATHS CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE AND PILOT ERROR

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