The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has summoned Sammy Gyamfi, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, following the emergence of a viral video. In the video, Gyamfi is seen handing over an undisclosed sum of money—reportedly in US dollars—to evangelist and former fetish priestess Patricia Oduro Koranteng, also known as Nana Agradaa. Sources at the Jubilee House have confirmed to Citi News that Gyamfi has been asked to meet with the Chief of Staff to explain the circumstances surrounding this transaction. The situation has sparked widespread public criticism and raised concerns regarding the ethical conduct of public officials.
The footage, which has been widely circulated on social media platforms, captures Gyamfi in what appears to be a personal encounter with Nana Agradaa. The purpose and nature of the cash handover remain unclear, but the optics of a senior public servant giving money to a controversial religious figure have ignited a firestorm of speculation and public backlash.
Critics have pointed to the video as potentially undermining President John Dramani Mahama’s recently launched Code of Conduct for Public Officials, which emphasizes integrity, accountability, and transparency in public service. The code was introduced as part of broader efforts to curb corruption and restore public trust in government institutions.
Meanwhile, Sammy Gyamfi on Sunday, May 11, apologised over the incident and explained that it was a private act of kindness which unfortunately found its way into the public space. However, sources indicate that the Chief of Staff is treating the matter with urgency, given the political sensitivity and reputational risks involved.
Nana Agradaa, now a self-styled evangelist, has long been a polarising figure in Ghanaian public life. She was previously known for her involvement in traditional spiritual practices before publicly renouncing those ties and establishing a Christian ministry. Her past legal issues and ongoing public controversies continue to attract scrutiny.
By: Kobina Welsing
