About Us
PROFILE OF VEHICLE AND ASSETS DEALERS ASSOCIATION OF GHANA (VADAG)
Almost everyone needs a car to move from point A to point B. Many families have two or more cars, but purchasing a brand new car in Ghana is more of a luxury than a necessity.
This is because of the lower income levels and standard of living as compared to the western world. Due to this, it is only a small percentage of the population that can buy brand new cars, thus resulting in a huge marked for slightly used cars in Ghana.
To try to meet this demand therefore, a lot of used car dealerships have sprang up over the years in almost all the major cities in the country, often located near major roads for good visibility and easy accessibility.
Many of these dealerships are however forced to relocate anytime there are road expansions and major infrastructural developments destabilizing these businesses and in some cases, collapsing them totally. In order to regulate the various used car dealerships and jointly find solutions to some of these challenges, the used car dealer association was formed in 2002 and registered as Used Car Dealers Association of Ghana (UDAG) in 2007.
As mentioned earlier, the association was established in 2002 by a group of five vehicle dealers in Accra. It currently boasts of over 450 registered businesses with about 750 individuals in Accra alone. Country wide, it has over 1200 individuals and over 800 companies in the country. The core business of its members is the importation of slightly used vehicles.
The overall objective of the association therefore is to regulate its members to ensure the availability of top quality, vehicles for all types of consumers, at a competitive price and also to take advantage of the benefits of collective bargaining.
Due to the variety of the cars and equipment that its members import, the association is now known as Vehicle and Assets Dealers Association of Ghana (VADAG) which was established in 2016 to serve as a mouthpiece of vehicle dealers in Ghana.
We, the Vehicle and Assets Dealers Association of Ghana, hereinafter referred to as VADAG are determined to uphold the dignity of our business by maintaining a genuine association of vehicle dealers which is independent of external domination and therefore decides its own policies and actions in response to its needs, and conscious of our duty to serve faithfully the nation and members.
VADAG consists of vehicle dealers who import and sell all kinds of vehicles across the country with all our members registered under the laws of Ghana.
And by the year 2020, it became the Vehicle and Assets Dealers Union of Ghana (VADUG).
We have committed ourselves to provide most efficient and affordable vehicles for Ghanaians of every class. It may interest you to know that, majority of cars used on the road are imported and sold by our members. Our companies have created more than five thousand direct jobs and over ten thousand indirect jobs.
We continue to pay our taxes and also contribute significantly to the development of the economy of Ghana.
About Us
Who we are
VADUG (Vehicle and Asset Dealers Union of Ghana) is a prominent organization that
represents and advocates for the interests of home-used vehicle dealers across
Ghana. With a strong focus on safeguarding members’ economic, social, and
professional interests, VADUG plays an instrumental role in fostering a supportive
environment for the growth and success of the home-used vehicle industry.
Committed to continuous learning and digital transformation, VADUG encourages its members to embrace technological advancements and adopt innovative practices to stay ahead in the ever-evolving automotive industry. By promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing among its members, VADUG aims to ensure that Ghana’s home-used vehicle dealers remain competitive and adaptive to change.
Recognized for its efforts in advocating for the industry’s needs, VADUG actively engages with the Ghanaian government and other stakeholders to address pressing issues, such as taxes and regulatory challenges, that impact the home-used vehicle market. The union’s dedication to fostering a prosperous and sustainable industry makes it an invaluable resource and advocate for home-used vehicle dealers in Ghana.
Our Constitution
Council of Elders
The Secretariat
Our constitution, approved at the 1st Triennial Congress of Delegates on 28th December 2023, is the backbone of our operations.
It establishes:
• Clear aims and
objectives aligned with modern practices
• Transparent membership criteria and responsibilities
• Robust governance structures that include technology-driven processes
• Guidelines for seamless communication and decision-making
For a complete understanding of our foundational principles, please explore or
download the full document in our Downloads section.
Our leadership structure, anchored by a visionary Council of Elders, reflects our commitment to transparency, accountability, and forward-thinking management. Our Council of Elders – including the President General, Deputy President General, Secretary General, and others – lead with a focus on innovation, ensuring that every decision benefits from the latest insights and digital advancements.
The Secretariat is the nerve center of VADUG’s operations. Under the guidance of our Secretary General, our team leverages modern management systems and cloud based tools to ensure:
• Real-time communication and collaboration
• Efficient administration and record-keeping
• Seamless execution of policies and member services
This integration of technology empowers our Secretariat to serve our members with speed, accuracy, and transparency.
Our Vision
We aspire to be the leading advocate for the interests of our members, fostering an environment of growth, innovation, and collaboration that benefits the entire automotive sector.
Our Mission
We are committed to advocating for our members’ interests, encouraging digital transformation, and facilitating a culture of continuous learning, ensuring that Ghana’s home-used vehicle dealers remain at the forefront of the ever-changing automotive landscape.
Core Values
VADUG’s core values serve as the foundation for our ongoing efforts to cultivate a strong and vibrant home-used vehicle industry in Ghana, driven by the collective success of our members.
CORE VALUES (DILT)
Diligence
Integrity
Loyalty
Transparency
Our Team Members
The visionary leaders steering the affairs of the Union
BERNARD NTRAKWAH
President General
DSANE SELBY
Deputy President General
NANA YAW NSIAH
2nd Deputy President General
JOSHUA OPOKU AGYEMANG
Secretary General
Frank Kofigah Stanley
Assistant Secretary General
SAEEDABDUL RAHMAN
Administrative Secretary
Mohammed Wanede
Finance Officer
Paul Owusu
Deputy Finance Officer
Alex Osei Asibey
1st Trustee
Karimu Issifu
2nd Trustee
Alex Kwaku Tetteh
3rd Trustee
Danso Desmond
4th Trustee
Nicholas Kofi Asamoah
5th Trustee
Frank Opoku
Executive member
Bernard Kwasi Bediako
Executive member
Saheed Muhammed Muftau
Executive member
Mac-Jerry Osei Agyeman
Executive Member as P.R.O
Mr Kwasi Agyei-Minta
Council of Elders, Chairman
Mr Joseph Bonnah
Member Council of Elder
Membership Benefits:
The numerous benefits our members derive from joining the union
Pension Scheme
Members in good standing, automatically get to be rolled onto our flexible VADUG Pension Scheme. This scheme is well managed by the United Pension Trustees Limited; a Tier 3 Fund Manager, under the regulation of the National Pension Regulatory Authority (NPRA)
Advocacy and Representation:
VADUG actively engages with government bodies and industry organizations to advocate for policies and initiatives that support the growth and development of the home-used vehicle industry in Ghana.
At VADUG, we blend our strong heritage in representing home used vehicle dealers with a modern approach to leadership.
Contact
- Jupiter House Building, Suite 5, Besides Long Term Hotel, Abofu on the Achimota – Lapaz Motorway
- hello@vadug.com
- (+233) 024 402 6282 / 026 828 7848