Musician, spoken-word artist and occupational therapist Raphael Olympio came to Ireland at the age of six from Togo. He had no cultural references, obviously, to Irish institutions such as the GAA. Raphael became friends with the son of the late great Kerry footballer, John Egan. John, who was a garda in Cork city, mentored Raphael. He was 'a helping hand' that allowed Raphael and his family become part of the community in Togher.
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