The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise has described the death of Sylvester Enoghase as a major loss to Nigeria’s media, enterprise, and economic development space.
The group said the Business Editor of Independent Newspapers made invaluable contributions to private sector advocacy and would be deeply missed for his friendship and support.
In a statement, its Chief Executive Officer, Dr.Muda Yussuf, said Enoghase was a committed advocate of private sector development and a trusted ally of the Nigerian business community.
Yussuf said through his professionalism, diligence, humility, and passion for economic development, Enoghase consistently amplified issues that mattered to businesses and helped shape public understanding of critical economic policies and reforms.
He added: “His unwavering support for private sector advocacy, his warmth of character, and his remarkable dedication to business journalism earned him the respect and admiration of colleagues, policymakers, and the organized private sector.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, the management and staff of Independent Newspapers Nigeria Limited, and members of the Commerce and Industry Correspondents Association of Nigeria (CICAN).
“May Almighty God comfort all those he left behind and grant his gentle soul eternal rest.”