Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o has mourned the death of Mayfair Holdings owner Amin Gilani.
Gilani, the Mayfair Holdings executive director parent company of Sunblest Bread, Imperial Sarova Hotel and Imperial Express Hotel, died in the United Kingdom.
In a statement by the county communications unit, Nyong'o said the sudden demise of the tycoon has robbed Kisumu of a great investment partner on March 3.
He described Gilani as an astute businessman who has impacted many lives in Kisumu County and beyond.
"I have learned with deep shock about the death of Gilani. Please accept our prayers and deepest sympathy on behalf of the people of Kisumu. May his soul rest in peace," he said.
Gilani's business enterprises have employed hundreds of people and contributed greatly to Kisumu County’s investment profile, especially in the tourism and manufacturing sectors.
The governor and his Dorothy said they learnt with great shock the unfortunate passing of Gilani.
"A few days ago, Dorothy and I were at the Kisumu International Airport seeing off Gilani's wife Munira Gilani as she was rushing to London to be with her beloved husband. Now the Almighty has taken him" he said.
The condolence books have been opened at the Imperial Express Hotel, Imperial Sarova Hotel and Sunblest Offices.