President Uhuru Kenyatta has mourned the late Wilfred Murungi, founder of Mastermind Tobacco Company, identifying him as an agile and vibrant entrepreneur who made a paramount contribution to the growth of Kenya’s manufacturing sector.

In his condolence message to the family, relatives and friends of the late Murungi, The President said the country has lost one of its most legendary business leaders.

“I am deeply saddened by the death of Mr Murungi.

“He was a man of great insight and unique leadership qualities. His commitment and determination were his strongest assets.

The President added that “His death leaves a gap that will not be filled, and certainly not by these few words of consolation. But we thank God for the time we shared with him, just as we are grateful for the full use he made of it”.

President Kenyatta said Mr Murungi will be missed by many Kenyans especially those whose lives he positively impacted.

“In this hour of sorrow, I convey my condolences to the family, relatives and friends of the late Wilfred Murungi.

“My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Almighty God grant you all the courage and strength to bear this loss,” the Head of State said.