Chairman of SIFAX Group, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, has described the death of his twin brother, Kehinde, as devastating and a great loss.
His brother, Kehinde Afolabi who is the Managing Director/CEO of Ken Dallas Hotel, died on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Lagos.
SIFAX Group boss, In a statement on Sunday, stated that, the deceased is a caring family man and consummate businessman adding that,he is a key part of his life for over 60 years and they enjoyed a special relationship that stood the test of time.
According to him,“It’s quite unfortunate that Kehinde would depart so soon.
“We celebrated our landmark 60th birthday just few months ago and it was an opportunity for both of us to appreciate God for how far he has taken us in the journey of life.
He recalled that,“Friends and associates came together on the occasion to also celebrate our modest achievements and contributions to the society.
“It however sounds unbelievable that Kehinde would leave just like that.“Though we have different personalities – he, an extrovert and I, an introvert – we complimented each other seamlessly.
“He devoted his life to the service of his family – both nuclear and extended – friends, associates and humanity.
“His death is a devastating and great loss to me particularly and the Afolabi family in general.
I will greatly miss his friendship, sense of devotion and dedication to beneficial social cause, which saw him served on the board of the Ajoke Ayisat Afolabi Foundation (AAAF) through which various less privileged individuals across the country have found succour.”
It must be noted that,the late Kehinde Afolabi is survived by a wife, children, siblings and family.