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Kessben Passes On

The late Stephen Kwabena Boateng, aka Kessben THE CHIEF Executive Officer (CEO) of Kessben Group of Companies, Stephen Kwabena Boateng, Esq, has reportedly passed on. He was 69 years Read More... The post Kessben Passes On appeared first on DailyGuide Network .

Stephen Kwabena Boateng, better known as Kessben, former CEO of the Kessben Group of Companies, has died at the age of 69. Known affectionately as 'Kessben', he succumbed to illness at 11 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Kessben was the owner of several businesses that provided employment to hundreds of people, including Kessben Media, Kessben University College, a savings and loans company, and an insurance company.

Reports indicate that Kessben had been unwell recently, and his condition suddenly worsened last Wednesday, leading to his unexpected passing. The news of his death stunned residents of Kumasi, the Ashanti regional capital, who expressed their condolences through radio and social media platforms. Omanhene Yaw Adu Boakye, a former employee of Kessben FM, praised Kessben's humility, kindness, and generosity. He highlighted Kessben's annual charity events for the elderly and his passion for supporting those in need.

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