Former fetish priestess turned evangelist, Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, has defended the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, amid mounting public backlash over a viral video showing him handing her a sum of money.
The controversy erupted after footage circulated online showing Gyamfi presenting an undisclosed amount of U.S. dollars to Agradaa.
The incident has since drawn criticism, especially from members and sympathisers of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), including former Kumbungu MP, Ras Mubarak, who argued that the act undermines confidence in the Ghanaian cedi.
Addressing the matter during a church service, Agradaa downplayed the outrage, revealing that the amount involved was merely $800. She urged critics, particularly within the NDC, to stop condemning the gesture and instead view it as a blessing.
Patricia Asiedua Asiamah aka Nana Agradaa displaying the dollars
“How much is $800? If you belong to the NDC, don’t let this disturb you. The Bible teaches us to tap into other people’s blessings. If you criticise this act of kindness and later accept money from a government official, you’re bringing a curse upon yourself,” she said.
Agradaa maintained that the money was simply a gift, describing it as an act of generosity others should emulate rather than denounce.
In the wake of the backlash, Sammy Gyamfi issued a public apology via social media, stressing that the gesture was well-intentioned and rooted in compassion.
“This was simply a kind gesture to a fellow human being, in line with my daily and lifelong custom of lending a helping hand to people in need.
“I understand the uproar this gesture has generated, particularly from comrades who are sincerely hurt by it. To all such comrades, I AM SINCERELY SORRY for this unfortunate act of indiscretion,” he wrote.
Meanwhile, Citi News has confirmed that Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has summoned Sammy Gyamfi to the Jubilee House to explain the circumstances surrounding the incident. The meeting underscores growing concerns over adherence to ethical standards among public officials.By:Juliana Odame Asare
“If you're an NDC supporter, don’t be worried—Sammy Gyamfi gave me $800, and it wasn’t any significant amount.” – Nana Agradaa pic.twitter.com/uE6xuFgLU1
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