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Raymond Addai Danquah: Elevating Community Support Through RAD Kitchen’s CSR Initiatives
On Sunday, July 14, 2024, Banker and philanthropist Raymond Addai Danquah, who also serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of RAD Kitchen, a rapidly growing restaurant in Accra known for its quality meals, demonstrated his unwavering commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) through a significant contribution to the La Police Station.
Mr. Raymond Addai Danquah popularly known as RAD personally spearheaded the renovation of the La Police Station, a project that underscores his dedication to giving back to the community where he grew up.
The extensive renovations included painting the entire station, creating new office space, replacing window nets and buttons, and donating an air conditioner for the Station Officer’s office.
Additionally, he provided the station with new barricades and a dozen reflective vest to enhance their patrol operations.
In his brief remarks during the presentation, Mr. Addai Danquah expressed his heartfelt connection to La, a suburb of Accra.
“Growing up in La, I have always felt a deep sense of duty to support my community. This is my way of giving back, a small token of appreciation for the police who tirelessly maintain law and order. I hope to do even more in the future to uplift this community,” he stated.
The La District Commander, ASP/Ms Patience Klomegah, expressed her gratitude on behalf of the entire police force. She acknowledged the importance of Mr Addai Danquah’s contributions, stating, “We are extremely satisfied and appreciative of the support from Mr. Raymond Addai Danquah. His generous gesture will significantly enhance our working conditions, and we promise to make the best use of these resources to serve the community better.”
In her official statement, ASP/Ms Patience Klomegah remarked, “The La District Police Command was privileged to have Mr. Raymond Addai Danquah of RAD GROUP presenting to us four barricades, twelve reflective vests, and an air conditioner after painting our building and portions of the barracks. I would like to, on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, Accra Regional Police Commander, Cantonments Divisional Commander, and the La District Command, say a very big thank you to him for availing himself to be used by God Almighty to support us with these items. This will go a long way in enhancing our work.”
She added, “We pray that wherever these came from, be replenished in multiple folds, and as the saying goes, ‘Oliver asks for more’, our palms are wide open for more. In fact, my men and I are very happy, and we promise to deliver as expected of us. Thank you, and God bless you.”
Looking ahead, Mr. Addai Danquah has expressed his desire to continue supporting the La community and other areas in need.
Massive celebrations were recorded countrywide as the Black Stars opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto on Wednesday.
Midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi scored the only goal of the match late in the game as he shot in a decent cross from substitute Brandon Asante.
The win gave Ghana a positive start in the competition, placing them in second position behind England, also with three points but with a superior goal aggregate.
After the final whistle, the streets and other viewing centres were turned into partying grounds as fans, mostly clad in the team’s paraphernalia, danced to several World Cup-themed music.
Others blew the vuvuzelas in joyous mood with others putting up a spirited ‘jama’ session.
Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for the Adentan Constituency, Akosua Manu, has urged party members to move away from what she describes as an “entitlement mentality” and focus on unity, sacrifice and hard work as the party prepares for the 2028 general election.
In a statement titled “Is Loyalty a Queue?”, and posted on facebook, Ms. Manu argued that loyalty to the NPP should not be judged by how long a person has been in the party but by their contributions and commitment to its growth.
According to her, the NPP’s history shows that many of its leaders faced significant opposition from within the party before eventually leading it to electoral success.
She cited former President John Agyekum Kufuor as an example, saying he had to overcome resistance from influential figures within the party before winning power for the NPP in 2000.
Ms. Manu noted that after the party lost power in 2008, former President Kufuor faced criticism and accusations from some party members.
However, she said supporters eventually put their differences aside and worked together to rebuild the party.
She pointed to the experience of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, who, according to her, faced opposition from some factions within the NPP despite his long service to the party.
“His trials were ten times what Kufuor endured,” she stated, adding that Akufo-Addo eventually overcame the challenges and became President of Ghana.
Turning to the NPP’s current flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Ms. Manu said he also faced resistance from different groups within the party while seeking leadership.
She praised Dr. Bawumia for contributing to policy-based political discussions in Ghana and for remaining composed following the NPP’s defeat in the 2024 elections.
According to her, party members must now rally behind him in the same way they supported former Presidents Kufuor and Akufo-Addo.
Ms. Manu, however, warned that internal divisions and a sense of entitlement remain major threats to the party’s future.
She argued that some party members place too much emphasis on how long individuals have belonged to the NPP rather than on their contributions and capabilities.
“This entitlement does not question impact. It does not ask what you sacrificed or what you built. It asks only how long have you been here,” she said.
The former parliamentary candidate cautioned that such attitudes could discourage committed members and prevent the party from selecting the best people for leadership positions.
She further called on the party’s incoming national executives to strengthen the NPP’s core values of sacrifice, honesty, integrity and dedication to national development.
Ms. Manu addressed the concerns of young party supporters, many of whom she said became discouraged following the NPP’s electoral defeat in 2024.
According to her, many young people remain eager to see the party return to power but are unwilling to support internal conflicts driven by personal ambitions.
She urged party elders to place the interests of the NPP above their individual goals and to demonstrate leadership that attracts rather than alienates members.
“The NPP is bigger than any one of us. It always has been. Our collective responsibility is to act like it,” she stated.
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