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
A life well lived. Thank you for your love for humanity. Aseda nkoaaa💐
I would like to express my deepest condolences to Mr. Stephen Kwabena Boateng ESQ., his family and all his loved ones. May his soul rest in Peace.
it is so difficult to believe that u are no more , papa working in one of your companies was a privilege. And i will forever be grateful . you were not just a Director .You were a father figure . i will forever miss you papa . especially when you come to Accra . and u ask me " maame 3te s3n ? " awwww papa how i will miss you . I know for ur kind heart you are resting in heaven . 🙏🙏😭 . Rest well papa you may be gone . from our sight . but the memories in legacy you left behind or never fade. May God grant you eternal rest and comfort ur beloved family .
𝑻𝑹𝑰𝑩𝑼𝑻𝑬 𝑩𝒀 𝑺𝑼𝑵𝑻𝑹𝑬𝑺𝑶 𝑻𝑬𝑪𝑯𝑵𝑰𝑪𝑨𝑳 𝑰𝑵𝑺𝑻𝑰𝑻𝑼𝑻𝑬(𝑺𝑻𝑰)
𝑻𝑶 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑳𝑨𝑻𝑬 𝑴𝑹. 𝑺𝑻𝑬𝑷𝑯𝑬𝑵 𝑲𝑾𝑨𝑩𝑬𝑵𝑨 𝑲𝑬𝑺𝑺𝑬 𝑬𝑺𝑸., 𝑪𝑬𝑶, 𝑲𝑬𝑺𝑺𝑩𝑬𝑵 𝑮𝑹𝑶𝑼𝑷 𝑶𝑭 𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑷𝑨𝑵𝑰𝑬𝑺
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This great and honourable man has contributed alot to raising high the image of TVET in the Ashanti Region. Since year 2015, he has consistently given out Kessben Media house to Suntreso Technical Institute for Radio & TV ads, documentaries, interviews and coverage of all our Graduation ceremonies and more. In addition, he supported the school to set up the Automobile Engineering Technology Department. It's sad that we have lost a major stakeholder and a great sponsor. On behalf of the STI Board, Management, Staff & Students we extend our deepest condolences to the family & the entire workers of Kessben Group of Companies. His works will never be forgotten. May the Lord grant Him eternal rest.🙏✍️💐
Sleep well father. Till we meet.
Aww my mentor why so soon 😢
W'agya kotwa kɛseɛ a ɛyɛ yaaw wɔ m'akoma mu🥹🥹🥹
Me werɛ nnfiri da 😭😭😭😭
I’m so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. You have been such an important mentor and source of guidance in my life, and I’m thinking of you during this very difficult time. May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort and strength
I’m so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. You have been such an important mentor and source of guidance in my life, and I’m thinking of you during this very difficult time. May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort and strength
My deepest condolences to the family of my dear employer.I am truly saddened by his passing. He was not only a good employer but also someone who showed me kindness, support, and genuine concern.I will always be grateful for the opportunities and help he gave me. His impact on my life will never be forgotten. May God comfort and strengthen the family during this difficult time, and may his soul rest in perfect peace.