The Executive Chairman of KGL Group, Alex Apau Dadey, has received two awards at Mfantsipim School’s 150th Anniversary Awards and Fundraising Dinner for his contributions to the institution.

He received the Partner of Impact Award and a special recognition award at the ceremony held in Accra on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

The event formed part of activities marking 150 years since the establishment of Mfantsipim School in 1876 and brought together old students, business leaders, government officials and other invited guests.

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Speaking at the ceremony, Executive Secretary of the Mfantsipim 150th Anniversary Planning Committee, James Morgan, reflected on the school's contribution to Ghana's development through the training of professionals and leaders over the years.

“It is a true honour to be here tonight amongst my fellow old boys, celebrating a beloved Institution which has shaped the history of our Motherland Ghana as well as the careers of our nation’s most illustrious men,” he said.

Several other individuals were also recognised for their contributions to education, business, public service and the arts.

Solomon Kweku Afful received the Outstanding Teaching Staff Award, while Constance Odur was recognised as Outstanding Non-Teaching Staff.

Kwame Dapaah-Afriyie received the Education Impact Award, while Prof. Albert Kwadwo Adu Boahen was recognised for his contributions to academia and research.

George Quaye received the Arts and Cultural Excellence Award. Prof. Kofi Abrefa Busia and Frank Ivan Adama Tackie were also recognised for their contributions to public service and business, respectively.

The fundraising dinner also featured an auction of artworks, 10 specially designed Caveman Watches produced for the anniversary, and a collector's edition of the school's 150th Anniversary Anthology.

Proceeds from the auction are expected to support infrastructure and other development projects at the school.

Musical performances by Ghanaian artistes Sefa and Efya were also part of the event.

The anniversary celebrations mark 150 years of Mfantsipim School's contribution to education in Ghana, with organisers seeking continued support from old students and other partners towards the institution's future development.

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