Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has summoned the Acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, following the circulation of a viral video showing him handing an undisclosed amount of money—reportedly in U.S. dollars—to evangelist and former fetish priestess, Patricia Oduro Koranteng, popularly known as Nana Agradaa. According to sources at the Jubilee House, Gyamfi has been asked to appear before the Chief of Staff to provide clarity on the incident, which has drawn sharp public criticism and raised ethical questions about the conduct of public officials.
The video, widely shared across social media platforms, depicts Gyamfi in what appears to be a private interaction with Nana Agradaa. Although the context of the cash handover remains unclear, the optics of a senior public official giving money to a highly controversial religious figure have sparked significant public outrage.
Many have voiced concern that the act could undermine President John Dramani Mahama’s newly introduced Code of Conduct for Public Officials, which emphasizes transparency, accountability, and ethical behavior. The code is part of a broader initiative to combat corruption and rebuild public confidence in state institutions.
In response to the backlash, Sammy Gyamfi issued an apology on Sunday, May 11, describing the incident as a personal gesture of kindness that was never intended for public view.
Nonetheless, insiders say the Chief of Staff is addressing the issue with urgency, given its potential political implications and impact on public perception.
Nana Agradaa, now a self-proclaimed evangelist, remains a divisive figure in Ghana’s public sphere. Formerly known for her involvement in traditional spiritual practices, she has since rebranded herself as a Christian minister, though her past controversies and legal troubles continue to attract widespread attention.
