Tinubu, Gov Obaseki mourn death of famous journalist, Peter Enahoro at 88

The Nigeria’s president elect Senator Bola Tinubu has reacted to the passing of the veteran journalist, Peter Enahoro at the age of 88.

The Informant247 earlier reported that the famous Nigerian author, journalist and businessman died yesterday, Monday April 24 in London, the United Kingdom UK following a struggle with an unrevealed ailment.

His passing was announced by a Nigeria’s respected female journalist, Ms Bunmi Sofola in a statement released on Monday April 24.

Tunde Rahman has on behalf of the president elect acknowledged the input of the revered journalist to the development of the nation.

The president elect described the deceased journalist as a patriotic Nigerian who spent his moments in journalism to pursue a better country.

“An author, businessman, and publisher, Mr Enahoro will be remembered and forever cherished for his unwavering belief in the greatness of Nigeria and for using the instrumentality of media practice to promote good governance, the rule of law, and social justice in our country,” Tinubu stated.

He commended the respected journalist for his book ‘How To Be A Nigerian,’ published in 1966 and described it as a material to consult for one to be a good citizen.

“The news of the death of Mr Peter Enahoro at 88 brought sadness because our society is always better and enriched by the wisdom of our venerable senior citizens like veteran journalists in the class of Peter Pan who shaped and changed the course of history with the power of their pen.

“Peter Pan did extraordinarily well for the journalism profession and for Nigeria. I wish him eternal rest,” Tinubu concluded.

Gov Obaseki reacts to passing of renowned journalist, Peter Enahoro

The Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki has also joined other influential persons to mourn the passing of the respected journalist, Peter Enahoro.

The Governor on Tuesday April 25 described Enahoro as a national figure who made critical and insightful comments about the country.

He said the late Enahoro would not be forgotten for his personality and dedication to a just, free and unsuppressed press.

He said, “I am deeply pained by the news of the passing of renowned journalist and scribe, Peter Enahoro, self-styled ‘Peter Pan’ in his newspaper column, where he made insightful and critical commentary on the Nigerian nation and its march to a free, fair and just society.

“Pa Enahoro, who hails from Uromi, in Edo State, was sired by a lineage of politically-conscious parents and as he grew older, he made a lasting imprint on journalism practice in Nigeria and internationally.

“He ventured into journalism at an early age and rose rapidly to the highest positions in the field in the 1960s, becoming the Editor of Sunday Times at 23 years and then Editor of Daily Times in 1966.

“Pa Enahoro conquered the local scene and launched an impressive international journalism stint that heavily impacted how the outer world views and understands the complexities of Nigeria today.

“He can be rightly described as a national treasure, who secured his place in history in the feisty early years of Nigeria’s nationhood. Working as a newspaper editor, he spared none of the Premiers of Nigeria’s three regions at the time in his satirical pieces.

“Pa Ehanoro later went into self-imposed exile for about 13 years, during which time he worked at reputable international publications, bringing issues bedevilling Nigeria to the attention of the global community.

“He was a cerebral journalist, who deployed his intellect in the service of the country, providing and nurturing the space for healthy debates on national policies that impact the lives of the people.

“One can rightly say that his engagements were a labour of love for the development of Nigeria and the vibrant press in the country today owes much of its credit to Pa Enahoro’s bold and courageous skill with the pen to hold those in power to account for their deeds.

“On behalf of the Government and people of Edo State, I express my sincere condolences to the Enahoro family, the Nigeria press, and all admirers of the great ‘Peter Pan’ and pray that God will grant all the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.”

The Informant247 learned that the deceased veteran journalist was a foremost Nigerian journalist and was made the editor of Daily Times at a young age.

He went to the Government College, Ughelli now Delta State.

He was a contemporary of the worldwide known poet and first African to become a professor of English, John Pepper Clark.