{
  "id": 8200572,
  "title": "Thousands mourn Kessben Group CEO at one-week celebration (Photos)",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/thousands-mourn-kessben-group-ceo-at-one-week-celebration-photos",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-18T07:41:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/thousands-mourn-kessben-group-ceo-at-one-week-celebration-photos/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On August 20, 2026, the world bid farewell to Stephen Boateng, also known as Kwabena Kessben, the esteemed CEO of the Kessben Group of Companies. Thousands of mourners, including dignitaries, fellow businesspeople, and admirers, convened at the Kumasi Officers' Mess to commemorate the one-week anniversary of his passing. The solemn gathering brought together individuals from various walks of life, all united in their respect for the late entrepreneur and media giant. Prominent figures who attended the poignant tribute included Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, former Vice President, Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, and Otumfuo Kyeame Baffour Kantenkyerekyi, the Ashanti Regional Minister. The ceremony was marked by a rich tapestry of cultural displays and traditional rites, as mourners reminisced about the remarkable life and enduring legacy of the influential businessman. His final funeral rites, a momentous occasion expected to draw family, friends, colleagues, and sympathizers, are slated for November 26-28, 2026, in Kumasi. The Kumasi businessman, who had recently battled a short illness, left behind a lasting impact on the business and media landscape, and his passing was deeply mourned by many.",
  "summary": "Thousands of mourners, sympathisers, family members, business associates, and well-wishers gathered at the Kumasi officers’ mess for the one-week observation of the late Lawyer Stephen Boateng, popularly known as Kwabena Kessben, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Kessben Group of Companies. The one-week observation, held at the Officers Mess Park in Kumasi, brought together people […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}