Condolence Book
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Lawyer Stephen Kwabena Boateng, widely known as Kessben, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Born and raised in North Suntreso, Kumasi, Kessben rose from humble beginnings to build one of Ghana’s most diversified business empires, spanning media, education, hospitality, transport, and finance. But beyond the boardrooms and broadcast studios, he was known simply as a man of quiet dignity, deep faith, and generosity that touched thousands of lives directly. From the students who walked through the halls of Kessben University College, to the young drivers trained at his driving school, to the countless Ghanaians who tuned into Kessben FM and Kessben TV each day, his reach went far beyond business. Even in his final days, true to form, he was reportedly still giving, extending kindness to inmates at Kumasi Central Prisons just hours before he passed.
He leaves behind not just a group of companies, but a legacy carried forward by everyone whose life he made a little better.
In addition to the physical book of condolence opened at his residence in Denyame, Kumasi, we have created this space so that colleagues, students, listeners, viewers, and friends from anywhere in the world can share a memory or a word of comfort. Every message left here will be read and kept as a lasting tribute to his life.
Our deepest condolences go out to his family, his church, the legal fraternity, and the entire Kessben family during this time of grief.
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Messages in Loving Memory
You cemented your legacy and this generation and coming generation won’t forget your name..Sir you paid your dues..sleep sound
You inspired me. And even in your transitioning to be with your Maker, your legacy will continue to inspire me. You contributed to the person I've become. Venit, vidit, vicit! Mahalo!
May good lord kept him for as Mr kwabena kesse we will again in heaven
A man with heart hmmmmm 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
OFFICIAL TRIBUTE MESSAGE
From Franko Trading Enterprise
To the Family of the Late Mr. Stephen Kwabena Kesse Boateng ESQ. (Kessben)
The Management and Staff of Franko Trading Enterprise have received with profound sorrow and shock, the news of the passing of Mr. Stephen Kwabena Kesse Boateng ESQ., Founder and Chairman of the Kessben Group of Companies.
Popularly known as Kessben, he was an astute businessman, a visionary entrepreneur, a philanthropist, and a true icon whose immense contribution to media, business, education, and national development will forever remain indelible.
His legacy of excellence, hard work, and generosity has touched countless lives and will continue to inspire generations.
On this painful occasion, we extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to his beloved wife, children, the entire Boateng family, the Management and Staff of the Kessben Group of Companies, and all who mourn him.
May Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest and grant the family strength and comfort in these difficult times.
Rest in Perfect Peace, Sir.
...Signed...
Mr Jake
(Marketing Manager)
Sending strength and a warm hug to the sons and daughters of this great legend, Mr. Kesse. May the Lord grant you strength in this difficult times. Stay strong. May his soul rest in perfect peace.
Kwabena Kesse, you fed my family and I over and over and over even 2 weeks before your demise you sent us money and asked us that " what are we going to do again when we are done spending this money". Wo wuo yi aha me ooo Mr. Kesse, I least thought, least thought, I mean least thought that you'll leave so soon. I pray God puts you in HIS safe place for us. I love you so much Sir!😢😢😢. I love you Mr. Kesse. Your Kindness is forever in my heart
For your benevolence and good works in society, you will be remembered dearly
am so sorry for your loss. I am praying that God gives you and your family peace and strength during this difficult time
Deepest condolences to the family
You made our childhood so interesting,some of us were eager to meet you to let you know how you shape our life,I always remember listening to your interviews on kessben TV or radios,even at your age,you never gave up your ambition to become a lawyer,may your gentle and humble soul REST IN PEACE 🕊️🕊️🕊️