A prominent Ondo City businessman and owner of Esther Estate, Akinbolusere Kayode, popularly known as Tolufe, has reportedly died in a suspected suicide incident, hours after releasing an emotional video in which he spoke about his family, business challenges and plans for his properties.
Akinbolusere Kayode was said to have died on Thursday, October 29, 2026, throwing residents, friends and associates into shock.
His reported death came shortly after a video in which he addressed his family and members of the public began circulating on Facebook.
In the recording, the businessman spoke extensively about his wife, children, business struggles and how he wanted his properties and accumulated wealth distributed.
He identified his wife as Akinbolusere Esther Adenike and named their three children as Oluwafemi, Toluwani and Daniel, expressing his wish that they inherit his estate and other assets.
He repeatedly maintained that his decision to hand over his properties to his wife and children was voluntary, insisting that nobody had forced or pressured him into making the arrangement.
The businessman also spoke about difficulties confronting his business, revealing that three machines used in his operations had developed faults, including two that had only recently started working.
Reflecting on his journey to success, Tolufe said he started from humble beginnings and built his business without engaging in illegal activities.
He particularly praised his wife for standing by him during difficult periods, recalling how she supported him when he was still working as a barber before he became established in business.
He also expressed regret over problems in their marriage, acknowledging his own role in some of the difficulties they experienced.
In the emotional recording, he spoke warmly about his wife’s sacrifices and described her as someone who had remained supportive throughout their journey together.
Another report said the businessman wanted his properties handed over to his wife and children, who were reportedly residing in Canada.
His reported death has raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the emotional recording and what might have happened in the hours before the tragedy.
Meanwhile, members of the Celestial Church of Christ, Omolore Parish, Yaba, Ondo, where he was reportedly a prominent figure, were also said to be mourning his death.
However, details surrounding the incident remain unclear, with no official police confirmation of the circumstances of his death available as of the time of filing this report.
The development has left members of the Ondo community seeking answers over the sudden death of the businessman.
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