By In a powerful address at the RNAQ Press Conference, Ghanaian entrepreneur and founder of Bills, Richard Nii Armah Quaye, delivered a resounding message to the nation’s youth: “Don’t wait for the government, create your own opportunities.” The event, held in Accra, drew attention for its motivational tone and Quaye’s candid approach, sparking a lively discussion on social media platforms like X.
Dressed in a sharp navy suit with a patterned red tie, Quaye stood confidently behind the podium, speaking with a deliberate and measured tone that reflected his deep conviction. The backdrop, emblazoned with the RNAQ logo, hinted at a formal event tied to his entrepreneurial ventures, likely aimed at addressing the challenges facing Ghana’s youth.
His words struck a chord in a country where youth unemployment remains a pressing issue, with the rate hovering around 12% in recent years, according to World Bank data.
Quaye, who founded Quick Angels Limited (now rebranded as Bills) in 2019, is no stranger to taking initiative. His company focuses on supporting startups and small businesses in Ghana, providing micro-credit and investment opportunities to budding entrepreneurs.
His journey from Jamestown in the Greater Accra Region to becoming a celebrated figure—winning the Investment Award at the 2020 40 under 40 Awards—serves as a testament to the very message he preached.
“If I had waited for someone to hand me an opportunity, I wouldn’t be standing here today,” Quaye emphasized, urging young Ghanaians to adopt a mindset of self-reliance.
The RNAQ Press Conference, which some X users dubbed the “Motivational Speech Fuo Aba Krom,” was not without its lighthearted moments. Social media reactions captured a mix of admiration and playful banter, with users like @Papa_Galii joking about Quaye’s “perfume English” and @Brodaboy24 noting how he delivered his speech “one by one” with a relaxed demeanor.
Others, like @amgentil_, added humor with memes, while @musadragonite sparked debate by commenting on Quaye’s perceived lack of “aura” despite his wealth and influence. Yet, beneath the jest, there was a clear recognition of the weight of his message, as @Iam_Pentop highlighted the event’s significance with the hashtag #RNAQPressConference.
Quaye’s call to action comes at a critical time for Ghana. A 2023 UNDP report on the Northern Regions identified youth unemployment as a key driver of vulnerability to radicalization and extremism, underscoring the need for economic empowerment.
Meanwhile, initiatives like the University of Ghana’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Programme, launched in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Network, signal growing efforts to foster a culture of innovation among young Ghanaians. Quaye’s speech aligns with these movements, reinforcing the idea that systemic change begins with individual agency.
Since founding Quick Angels Limited, Quaye has been a vocal advocate for entrepreneurship as a solution to Ghana’s economic challenges. His past engagements, including a speech at the 2019 Entrepreneurs Forum by the Ghana Investment Promotion Council and an invitation to Harvard Business School’s Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition conference, have cemented his reputation as a thought leader in this space.
At the RNAQ Press Conference, he doubled down on this vision, encouraging the youth to leverage their skills, creativity, and networks to build sustainable futures.
As the event concluded, Quaye left the audience with a challenge: to stop looking outward for solutions and start looking inward for opportunities. “The government can’t do everything,” he said. “But you can.”
For a generation grappling with economic uncertainty, his words were both a wake-up call and a beacon of hope—a reminder that the power to change their circumstances lies in their own hands.
