President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with the family of Peter Enahoro, a legendary journalist, over his death.
Gatekeepers News reports that Veteran journalist and one of Nigeria’s most celebrated columnists of his era died at 88 in the UK on Monday.
Presidential spokesperson, Femi Adesina in a statement on Tuesday, quoted Buhari as saying that Enahoro earned public trust through his fearless writings, tenacity, and commitment to the pursuit of truth.
The statement read, “The president recognises 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 he used his knowledge and mastery to mentor people, who have also added value to journalism practice in the country.
“Buhari urges those who mourn 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 prayed.”
