In a significant recognition of his contributions to the nation’s socio-economic landscape, Mr. Alex Dadey, the Executive Chairman of the KGL Group, has been selected as a recipient of the Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Diaspora Award for Business Excellence in Ghana.
The award will be presented during the high-profile Diaspora Summit 2025, scheduled to take place at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) from December 19 to 20.
The summit, themed” Resetting Ghana: The Diaspora as the 17th Region,” is being held under the auspices of His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama.
A Legacy of “Diaspora Direct Investment”
Mr. Dadey, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of global experience, has been a vocal advocate for the inclusion of the Ghanaian diaspora in the country’s development.
Having spent more than two decades in the United Kingdom before returning to Ghana, he has pioneered the concept of “Diaspora Direct Investment” (DDI), encouraging Ghanaians abroad to move beyond remittances and actively invest their capital and expertise in the local economy.
His leadership at the KGL Group has transformed the company into a leading African corporate brand, particularly in the fintech and digital solutions sectors. Under his stewardship, KGL has transformed Ghana’s lottery and gaming industry through digitalization, enhancing government revenue mobilization and promoting financial inclusion.
Beyond his business successes, Mr. Dadey is recognized for his commitment to “Responsible Corporate Citizenship.
The Award Ceremony
The notification of the award, signed by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), emphasizes that the honor acknowledges individuals whose work has “significantly advanced the pursuit of reparative and social justice, Pan-Africanism, and the promotion of Ghana’s global image.
The presentation ceremony will take place during a dinner and Awards Gala on Saturday, 20th December 2025, at 7:00 pm at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Banquet Hall.
The summit is expected to draw Heads of State, international dignitaries, and senior government officials, marking a pivotal moment for Ghana’s engagement with its global community.
