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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.
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), on April 17, 2026, decorated nineteen (19) senior officers who have been promoted to their next ranks based on the recommendations of the Police Council and approval of the President, John Dramani Mahama.
The ceremony, held at the National Police Headquarters in Accra, forms part of efforts to recognise merit, dedication, and long-standing service within the Ghana Police Service, while strengthening leadership across key operational and administrative levels.
The officers promoted from Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) to Commissioner of Police (COP) are Dr. Luke Asue-In-Yeng Zakpaa, Mr. Frederick Agyei, Mr. Duuti Tuaruka, Mr. Arthur Osei-Akoto, Mr. Darko Offei Lomotey, Mr. Eric Ken Winful, Mr. Barnabas Nambont Nasumong, and Mr. Desmond Owusu Boampong.
The IGP and members of POMAB congratulated the officers and urged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in the discharge of their duties.
The Global Network of Export-Import Banks and Development Finance Institutions (G-NEXID) successfully held its sixth (6th) Exchange Programme, hosted by the Ghana Export – Import Bank (GEXIM) Bank in Accra from March 22 to 23 March.
The event brought together member institutions, partner organisations and Ghanaian public entities to advance dialogue on South-South trade, investment and development finance, while also creating opportunities for knowledge-sharing and institutional cooperation.
Organised as a capacity-building and networking platform, the 2026 edition of the G-NEXID Exchange focused on GEXIM’s experience in developing innovative solutions to promote intra-African and extra-African trade.
It also highlighted trade and investment opportunities in Ghana, particularly in the context of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and broader national development initiatives.
The Exchange Programme forms part of G-NEXID’s mandate to foster cooperation among export-import banks and development finance institutions in support of South-South trade and investment.
This 6th edition follows earlier successful programmes hosted by India Exim Bank (2016), BNDES (2017), Indonesia Eximbank (2018), Afreximbank (2019) and Saudi EXIM Bank (2025).
On the first day, participants were presented with G-NEXID institutional information and received an update on the Network’s 2026 work programme.
There were a series of substantive presentations, including an overview of the Ghanaian economy by the Ministry of Finance, with particular attention to debt-related challenges; a presentation by the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), on investment opportunities in the country; and institutional presentations by GEXIM and Development Bank Ghana (DBG) on their respective mandates, initiatives, products and services.
Discussions during the sessions underscored strong interest in sector-focused webinars and business dialogues, particularly in agribusiness value chains such as poultry and rice.
Participants also emphasized the importance of continued information exchange and the sharing of best practices, especially in the area of guarantees.
The second day opened with a presentation on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme, a national economic transformation strategy launched by President John Dramani Mahama in July 2025.
The initiative aims to enhance economic productivity through continuous industrial activity, accelerated export development and strategic import substitution.
As the programme is expected to mobilise both private and development capital, it presents concrete opportunities for G-NEXID members in areas such as co-financing, guarantees, trade finance and technical cooperation.
The programme also featured institutional presentations by guest organisations, namely the African Guarantee and Economic Cooperation Fund (FAGACE) and the West African Development Bank (BOAD), which shared their mandates, initiatives, products and services.
Following these exchanges, the G-NEXID Secretariat held bilateral discussions with both institutions as part of the Network’s ongoing membership drive.
Participants further benefited from a presentation by the Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (TDB), as well as a showcase of GEXIM’s key pipeline projects.
On the margins of the Exchange Programme, G-NEXID members also held their 20th Annual General Assembly Meeting to review progress and discuss strategic priorities.
Following the event, participants joined the GEXIM@10 International Conference, held from March 24-25, 2026 under the theme, “A Decade of Enabling Export Trade and Industrial Transformation: Resetting GEXIM for the Next Frontier.”
The conference provided an important platform for exploring how Ghana can strengthen its transition from a primary commodity exporter to a more competitive player in value-added trade and industrial development.
Source – G-NEXID
