Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe
“I cannot change the world overnight. But if I can empower even one youth today, tomorrow, they could join me in empowering others. With time, we could change the world.”
— Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe, Founder
👤 Meet Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe
Herbert Wigwe is a visionary leader, progressive entrepreneur, philanthropist, and humanitarian. As Co-founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings PLC, he has played a pivotal role in transforming Access Bank into a global financial powerhouse.
Recognized as one of Africa’s foremost corporate bankers, Herbert has consistently championed economic and social transformation across Nigeria and the continent.
🎓 The Birth of Wigwe University
Wigwe University is the realization of Herbert’s lifelong dream—to build a world-class, innovative, and uniquely African institution. His goal is to nurture a new generation of fearless leaders who will shape the future of Africa and beyond.
This university is Africa’s gateway to global excellence in:
- Entrepreneurship
- Technology
- Innovation
- Impact-driven education
💡 A Mission to Transform
Herbert’s mission is bold: to redefine Nigeria’s future through:
- A globally relevant, locally impactful curriculum
- World-class faculty
- Cutting-edge teaching methods
- A commitment to excellence and innovation
🦁 The Spirit of the Fearless
Herbert Wigwe’s boundless courage, passion, and energy are the foundation of Wigwe University’s fearless ethos. Here, students are not just educated—they are empowered to make history.
“There is no limit to the good we can achieve. There are more lives to touch, more generations to uplift, and more boundaries to break. History will favour the brave—those who recognized their limitations only so they could defy them. History will favour the fearless.”
