Buhari mourns Enahoro, describes him as gifted, iconic journalist

President Muhammadu Buhari has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and associates of Peter Enahoro, one of Nigeria’s foremost journalists, who died on Tuesday at the age of 88.

The President, in a statement issued by his spokesman, Femi Adesina, believed that as a gifted and iconic journalist, author and publisher, Enahoro earned the public trust by his fearless writings, tenacity, and commitment to the pursuit of truth.

The President recognised that the passion of the former Editor-in-Chief/Managing Director of the Daily Times, Assistant Publicity Officer, Department (now Federal Ministry) of Information and Pioneer Chairman, Nigerian Broadcasting Commission for public service was second to none, and that he used his knowledge and mastery to mentor people, who have also added value to journalism practice in the country.

Buhari urged those who mourned the demise of this compatriot to reflect on his contributions to the country and build on the many honours credited to him for journalistic excellence.

“May the soul of Peter Pan rest in peace, the President prays,” he said.