The Kwahu Business Advocacy Association (KBAA), a newly established non-governmental organisation aimed at uniting key business owners and corporate executives of Kwahu descent, has been officially inaugurated in Accra.
The inauguration ceremony, held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the Alisa Hotel at Ridge, brought together prominent entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, policymakers, and members of the Kwahu business community from across the country.
Addressing Members of Parliament, traditional leaders, business executives and invited guests at the inauguration of the Association, Mr. Kwabena Adjare Daquah, President and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Kwahu Business Advocacy Association (KBAA), pledged to lead the newly formalised business body with integrity, unity and strategic focus, declaring that the Association marks a defining chapter in the collective journey of Kwahu entrepreneurs.
Mr. Danquah said he was deeply honoured and humbled to serve as President. He expressed gratitude to Almighty God and extended sincere appreciation to the Association’s founding members and leadership for the confidence reposed in him.
“This is not merely a new office; it is a serious responsibility,” he stated. “I accept it with dedication, resolve, and commitment to serve with integrity and purpose.”
He noted that Kwahu enterprises have long been synonymous with resilience, strong commercial instincts and an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit. According to him, even before the formal establishment of the KBAA, Kwahu business people had already built enduring enterprises, created employment opportunities, and contributed significantly to Ghana’s economic landscape.
From bustling markets and distribution networks to boardrooms and industrial ventures, Kwahu entrepreneurs have consistently demonstrated courage, discipline, and ambition, he said. “Today, we formalise that legacy,” he declared, explaining that the creation of the Association represents a collective decision to transition from individual accomplishments to organised influence.
Mr. Danquah emphasised that the KBAA is charting a new path rooted in unity, innovation, strategic advocacy, and sustainable growth. He stressed the need to move beyond informal networking towards building a coherent, disciplined, and robust business community that actively supports the interests of every member, from emerging enterprises to established corporations, with the ultimate aim of nurturing globally competitive businesses.
Outlining his vision, the President said the Association would serve as a credible and respected voice for enterprise, strengthening partnerships with government regulators, financial institutions, and development partners to ensure that the interests of its members are represented with clarity, evidence, and responsibility.
He also underscored the importance of delivering tangible value to members through empowerment initiatives, succession planning, and family business continuity strategies. The Association, he said, would build platforms that foster collaboration, mentorship, and continuous growth among members.
In an era defined by technological advancement and rapid transformation, Mr. Danquah called on members to embrace innovation, sustainable practices, and forward-looking strategies to keep Kwahu businesses competitive within Ghana and across the African Continental Free Trade Area. He further pledged to promote joint ventures, connect members with strategic opportunities, and build enterprises’ capacity to scale and expand.
According to him, the broader objective of the Association is clear: job creation through collaboration, enterprise expansion, strategic partnerships, and long-term prosperity anchored on disciplined organisation.
He, however, cautioned that the mission cannot be realised by leadership alone. “An association is only as strong as the conviction and participation of its members,” he said, urging members to contribute not only capital but also ideas, expertise, and integrity.
Mr. Danquah encouraged members to model ethical leadership and pursue excellence, stressing that the Association must command respect not because of its size, but because of its substance. He added that the KBAA is designed to be complementary, not competitive, and affirmed its commitment to working harmoniously with existing institutions to advance the shared interests of the Kwahu business community and the nation at large.
About KBAA
The Kwahu Business Advocacy Association (KBAA) is a non-Governmental Organization that seeks to bring together key Business Owners and Corporate Executives.
It is an Association limited by Guarantee. It seeks to provide a national, impartial forum for meaningful connection and dialogue among stakeholders, including the Government and the Traditional Council, to establish a thought process and build initiatives for the development of an enabling environment for the Economic Development of Ghana.
Membership is limited to Kwahu businesses and Business Executives. However, non-Kwahu Businesses and Business Owners are welcome to join as Associate Members.
The Kwahu Business Advocacy Association (KBAA) envisages Ghana as a thriving upper-income country with a government policy-led sustainable private business model. The Kwahu Business Association seeks to be at the forefront of this noble advocacy.
In the KBAA, a forum is being created to enable respectful dialogue amongst leaders in different local and International Institutions, where diversity of thought will be encouraged and respected for Business Development.
Members will also benefit from the advisory guidance of proven leaders in relevant fields and foster the growth of new businesses locally and in the sub-region within the AFCFTA protocols.
Board of Trustees & Managing Board
The Kwahu Business Advocacy Association is guided by a distinguished Board of Trustees comprising accomplished professionals and business leaders from diverse sectors of the Ghanaian economy. The Board includes Mr. Kwabena Adjare Danquah of the Metalex Group and Mr. Kwame Ofosu Bamfo of the Bamson Group, both of whom bring extensive experience in corporate leadership and enterprise development. Dr. Appah Newton of Appah Farms also serves on the Board, contributing his expertise in agribusiness and agricultural investment.
The trustees further comprise Mr. Frederick Osafo Ntim of FON Group and Nana Amoafohene Bediako of ECPL, whose respective backgrounds in business management and strategic operations enrich the Association’s governance framework.
Mr. Mike Twum-Barimah of the Midwest Group adds his corporate insight, while Mr. Daniel Ofori, an industrialist with significant interests in capital markets and real estate, provides strategic direction rooted in finance and investment.
The Board also benefits from the diplomatic and public service experience of Ambassador Alex Ntim Abankwa, a former Ambassador during the PNDC era, as well as the entrepreneurial leadership of Mr. Kwaku Nyarko-Pong of Kwabena Adjei Homlets Limited.
The Managing Board of the Association is equally composed of seasoned professionals committed to advancing the Association’s objectives. Mr. Kwaku Nyarko-Pong, a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers and an accomplished banker and academic with a strong background in finance, plays a leading role in the Association’s management.
He is joined by Nana Wiafe Agyekum of NWAG and MG Construction, whose expertise in construction and business development strengthens the Association’s operational capacity.
Also serving on the Managing Board is Mr. Robert Dwamena of Piethnu Company Limited, whose corporate experience contributes to the Association’s strategic implementation efforts.
Nana Okrah Abankwa, a respected figure within the Civil Service, completes the Managing Board, bringing administrative insight and governance experience to support the Association’s mission of championing business advocacy and development within the Kwahu enclave and beyond.
Founding members
The Kwahu Business Advocacy Association brings together a distinguished group of accomplished professionals, traditional leaders, public servants and business executives as its founding members, reflecting the depth of experience and influence behind the initiative.
Among its founding members are Kwabena Akuamoah Agyekum of CIMG; Mr. Kingsley Young Opare of the Civil Service; Mr. Benjamin Siaw of Siaw Group of Companies Ltd; and Hon. Kwabena Osei-Kwakye, CEO of Sei-K Health Services.
The list also includes Prof. Oduro Owusu, former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana, Legon; Ms. Liticia Akyeampong of Litty Logistics Ltd; Ms. Felicia Osei of Abicamp Ltd; and Mr. Kwabena Ofosu-Hene Adjei of Kwabena Adjei Homelets Ltd.
Also named are Brigadier General Dr. Kwaku Saka of Medifern Specialist Hospital; Mr. Albert Dwamena, CEO of Regent Pharmacy Ltd; Nana Owiredu Wadie, Kwahuhene of the Kabaka Foundation; and Mr. Eric Yeboah Wadie, Deputy Director-General of the National Lottery Authority.
The Association further counts among its founding members Mr. Kofi Somuah, CEO of Sofaamy Limited; Mr. Kofi Pepra, CEO of Western World Company Ltd; Nana Abra-Appiah, Krontehene of Mpraeso; and Mr. Kwaku Atala Asante, CEO of Atala Ltd.
Others are Mr. Ebenezer Ofosu Bediako, CEO of Bedita Pharmacy; Mr. John Nyarko, CEO of Dove Pharmacy and Bestgrade Ltd; Mr. Samuel Amoako Dankyi, CEO of Samodak Ltd; Mr. Kwabena Osei of Levelis Roofing; and Mr. Kwame Ansong, Group CEO of Sunseekers Tours and Sunlodge Hotel.
The list also features Mr. Asare Berko, CEO of Trade Cross Ltd and Berk Pharmaceuticals; Dr. Samuel Mintah Boateng, Lecturer; and Mr. Albert Dwamena, CEO of Regent Pharmacy Ltd.
Additional founding members include Nana Antwi Darkwah, Chairman of HAWK4UAD Group Ltd; Mr. Alfred K. Dankwa, CEO of Rocktech Roofing Systems Ltd; and Opanin Kwame Wadie, a trade and construction practitioner based in Mwatini, Kwahu.
Also listed are Nana Obenewaa Ofori-Atta, CEO of Blackpark Ltd; Nana Krobea Asante, Mpraeso Adontenghene and CEO of Azmera Restaurant; Hon. Julius Debrah, Chief of Staff to President Mahama; and Hon. Bryan Acheampong.
The Association further comprises Mr. Ernest Bediako Sampong, CEO of Ernest Chemist Ltd; Mr. Governor Ofori Faakye, CEO of Homebase; Mr. Frank Kwadwo Ofori, CEO of X Ofori Ltd; Mr. Kwabena Addo, CEO of Papset Ltd; and Mr. Joseph Agyapong of the Josapong Group of Companies.
The founding membership also features Mr. Kwabena Adjare Daquah, CEO of Metalex Group; Mr. Kwame Ofosu Bamfo, CEO of Bamson Group; Dr. Appiah Newton, CEO of Appiah Farms; and Mr. Frederick Osafo Ntim, CEO of FON Group.
Others are Nana Amoahofhene Bediako, CEO of ECPL; Mr. Mike Twum-Barimah, CEO of Midwest Group; Mr. Daniel Ofori, an industrialist with interests in capital markets and real estate; and Ambassador Alex Ntim Abankwa, former Ambassador to EU countries and Canada.
The list is completed by Mr. Kwaku Nyarko-Pong, FCIB, banker, academic and finance expert; Nana Wiafe Agyekum, CEO of GEDWAGS Ltd; Mr. Robert Dwamena, CEO of Plexpo Company Limited; and Nana Okrah Abankwa, former Board Chair
