Ernest Ofori Sarpong’s 'Son' Michael Kwesi Ofori Reported Dead: “This Can’t Be True”
- Popular Ghanaian businessman Ernest Ofori Sarpong has reportedly lost his 'son', Michael Kwesi Ofori
- Ofori was reported to have died by Ghanaian media personality Caleb Nii Boye on Tuesday, August 12
- The General rose to prominence in September 2023 after marrying a relative of a major NPP politician
Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong’s godson, Michael Kwesi Ofori, has stirred sadness on social media after he was reported dead.
Source: Instagram
Ofori, also known as the General, was the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Investors Hub, a consulting firm offering advisory services.
He rose to prominence in Ghana after he got married in September 2023. Michael Ofori's wedding, held in Kumasi, generated excitement on social media.
The Investors Hub CEO tied the knot with Rita Ofori Acheampong, a relative of former Health Minister, Dr Richard Anane.
Numerous prominent Ghanaians attended the nuptials, including Dr Ofori Sarpong, Dr Osei Kwame Despite, and others.
Popular presenter, Abeiku Santana, steered the day's affairs as Master of Ceremony (MC).
Below are videos from Michael Ofori's wedding in 2023.
Michael Kwesi Ofori reported dead
On Tuesday, August 12, 2025, news broke that Michael Kwesi Ofori had passed away
Ghanaian radio presenter, Caleb Nii Boye, shared the sad news of the General's apparent death on his Instagram page.
Sharing a photo of Ofori, he noted that the news had hit him hard.
“Rest Well, Bro. This pierced me so hard. 😫😫😭😭.”
News of Michael Sarpong's death sparked widespread online sadness, with many commenting on the unexpected nature of his passing.
The late godson of Ernest Ofori Sarpong was a respected businessman and philanthropist known for travelling the world for work and meeting prestigious individuals, including President John Dramani Mahama, Nana Akufo-Addo, and the US Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer.
The Instagram post announcing Michael Ofori's death is below.
Reactions to Michael Ofori's reported death
YEN.com.gh compiled some comments reacting to the death of Michael Kwesi Ofori.
lorrainehwright said:
"Michael, you had plans for us this year. You said we had to go hard. Michael, please please please, this can’t be true."
futuristkwame wrote:
"THIS IS GOTTA BE A PRANK!! No way!! No bloody way!! Big Man abeg let this be a prank abeg waa!!"
naana_agyeman commented:
"RIP friend! Thanks for being a good friend, Alhaji❤️❤️."
onlyurss2 said:
"Ah, I just called to worry you as always 😢😭😭😭. We texted and spoke not long ago, Michael 💔💔💔💔😭😭😭😭😭😭. Eiiii 2025, Awurade 😭😭. God, please strengthen his family, especially his wife, because this blow hits sooooo hard."
theelimusic wrote:
"THIS HAS TO BE A PRANK!!!! Mike????? I texted you on WhatsApp. Waiting for your reply. Thank you!"
thetechgc commented:
"Thank you for being so kindhearted! You will be missed! 😢."
eumifoods said:
"Like how??????? Oh God!!! This is sad!!!! 🥺🥺🥺."
Ernest Sarpong and Despite attend funeral
YEN.com.gh also reported that Ernest Ofori Sarpong attended the funeral of Osei Kwame Despite's late mother-in-law.
A sombre burial service was held for Mrs Kate Opoku-Acheampong in the capital city, Accra, on October 10 last year (2024).
Aside from the two businessmen, other close family members and associates appeared at the service, including Kennedy Osei.
Source: YEN.com.gh
