VIDEO: President Mahama Pardons Sammy Gyamfi Over Dollar Gift To Agradaa

President John Dramani Mahama has announced that no further disciplinary action will be taken against the acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, following a controversial video that showed him handing an undisclosed amount of U.S. dollars to evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, popularly known as Nana Agradaa.

The video, which quickly went viral, triggered widespread public criticism and raised concerns about a possible breach of Ghana’s Foreign Exchange Act and the Code of Conduct for public appointees.

Civil society groups and members of the minority caucus called for Gyamfi’s dismissal, arguing that his conduct undermined public trust and violated the standards expected of a government official.

However, President Mahama has decided to accept Mr. Gyamfi’s public apology and bring the matter to a close—albeit with a stern warning.
The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has formally cautioned the acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, following a recent gifting incident.

Government spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, says the Presidency has declared the matter resolved after his apology.

The decision was announced during a press briefing on Wednesday, May 14.

“So in view of that, the Presidency does not believe that any further actions ought to be taken beyond the apology and the caution,” Mr Kwakye Ofosu stated.

The spokesperson explained that “the Chief of Staff cautioned him, having acknowledged the apology he made, he cautioned him and impressed upon him to take on board public sentiment and act in ways that reflect public expectation.”

The Minister explained that while certain behaviors might be acceptable in private life, public officials must uphold higher standards.

“We must be sensitive to what Ghanaians expect from us,” he added.

The Presidency has determined that no further disciplinary action is necessary beyond the issued warning.

“We take this as a learning opportunity and remain committed to meeting the high governance standards Ghanaians deserve,” Ofosu said, acknowledging past governance challenges.

Mr Gyamfi, who recently assumed the acting CEO role, has pledged to align his actions with public expectations moving forward.

The Gold Board continues to enforce reforms under the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025 (Act 1140).

 

 

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Meanwhile, Evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, widely known as Nana Agradaa, has announced her intention to return the money given to her by the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi.

Her decision follows intense public backlash and mounting pressure for Gyamfi’s suspension.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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