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Wigwe Family Burial Rights Exclusion of RCCG City of David
Wigwe Family Burial Rights Exclusion of RCCG City of David
In recent weeks, the tragic passing of Herbert Wigwe, the former Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc, has sent shockwaves through the City of David Parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God in Lagos. As a prominent member of the parish, his untimely death, along with that of his wife, son, and former group chairman, has deeply impacted the community.
Amidst the mourning and grieving process, there have been discussions surrounding the role of the parish in the funeral service for the Wigwe family. It has been clarified that the City of David Parish will not play any official role in the funeral service, marking a significant decision in the midst of this somber occasion.
Following Herbert Wigwe’s tragic demise on board a helicopter in the US, plans have been put in place to honor his memory and celebrate his life. The funeral proceedings are set to commence with a tribute to Wigwe’s professional legacy at the prestigious Eko Hotel in Lagos on March 4. This event will serve as a platform to reflect on his contributions to the business world and his lasting impact on those who knew him.
Subsequent ceremonies will be held to honor Chizi and Chizoba, the late banker’s son and wife, respectively. Scheduled for March 5 at the Eko Hotel in Lagos, these separate ceremonies will provide an opportunity for family, friends, and colleagues to pay their respects and share memories of their time spent with the departed souls.
On March 6, a night of tributes will be held at the same venue, allowing individuals to express their condolences and celebrate the lives of those lost in the tragic incident. For all of those touched by the Wigwe family’s loss, this event will be a moving time of reflection and remembrance.
As the funeral proceedings continue, a combined service of songs will take place at the RCCG, Resurrection Parish, in Lekki on March 7. This service will offer a spiritual and uplifting atmosphere for attendees to come together in prayer and solidarity during this difficult time.
Following the service of songs, a Christian wake-keeping service will be held at Wigwe University in Isiokpo, Ikwerre LGA, Rivers, on March 7. This event will provide an opportunity for family members, friends, and well-wishers to gather and pay their final respects to the departed souls before their private interment service.
On March 9, the funeral and private interment service for the Wigwe family will take place, marking a solemn moment of closure and farewell for those who were close to the deceased. This service will be a time of reflection, prayer, and remembrance as the family is laid to rest in their final resting place.
The final service, an outing ceremony, will be held at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Lion of Judah Parish in Isiokpo, Ikwerre LGA, Rivers, on March 10. This ceremony will provide a final opportunity for the community to come together, celebrate the lives of the departed souls, and find solace in their shared memories and experiences.
In conclusion, the funeral arrangements for the late Herbert Wigwe and his family are a time of mourning, remembrance, and celebration of their lives and legacies. As the community comes together to honor their memory, may they find comfort in their shared grief and support one another through this difficult period of loss and reflection.
