The Executive Chairman of KGL Group, Alex Dadey, has announced that the company will pay GH₵150 million in taxes to the Ghana Revenue Authority within April, reaffirming its commitment to responsible corporate citizenship.
Mr. Dadey made the announcement while delivering a presentation on “Good Corporate Citizenship in Building Sustainable African Businesses — The KGL Case Study” at the Kwahu Business Forum 2026, held in the Eastern Region.
The forum was attended by President John Mahama; Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah; Minister of Trade and Agribusiness, Elizabeth Agyare; Presidential Advisor on the Economy, Seth Terkper; Chief Executive Officer of EXIM Bank, Sylvester Mensah; as well as captains of industry and other distinguished guests.
In his address, Mr. Dadey emphasised that taxation remains a vital tool for national development, enabling government to fund infrastructure, social services, and long-term economic growth.
He noted that beyond being a legal obligation, tax compliance is a shared responsibility essential to building a prosperous and resilient nation.
“KGL is committed not only to meeting its tax obligations but to doing so in a manner that reflects our broader responsibility to national development,” he stated.
Mr. Dadey further highlighted the need for a fair and transparent tax system, urging all stakeholders to meet their obligations.
He added that over the past five years, KGL has been among the few companies to consistently file its annual returns promptly and undergo comprehensive audits by the GRA.
He also cautioned against tax policies that could hinder business growth, stressing the need to strike the right balance to encourage innovation, entrepreneurship, and job creation.
The GH₵150 million tax payment announcement has been widely viewed as a strong demonstration of corporate accountability and leadership within the private sector.
In his remarks, President Mahama commended Mr. Dadey for “walking the talk” as a good corporate citizen and urged other corporate leaders to emulate the example.
He added that he looks forward to seeing the payment made at the GRA.
Participants at the forum also praised KGL’s approach, noting that such commitments set a positive standard for businesses across Ghana and the wider African continent.
KGL Group was one of the platinum sponsors of this year’s Kwahu Business Forum.
