The Minority in Ghana’s Parliament is calling for the immediate suspension of Sammy Gyamfi, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the newly established Ghana Gold Board (GOLDBOD), following the circulation of a viral video that shows him allegedly handing out dollar notes to popular evangelist and former fetish priestess, Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, also known as Nana Agradaa.
At a press conference held in Parliament on Monday, May 12, 2025, the Member of Parliament for Walewale, Dr. Tia Abdul Kabiru Mahama, described the act as “gross indiscretion,” adding that it reflects a worrying trend of “abuse, impunity, and moral decay” under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama and the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC).
“This display of financial recklessness is not only a betrayal of public trust but a slap in the face of millions of Ghanaians currently grappling with the devastating effects of the Cedi, inflation, and the unbearable cost of living,” Dr. Mahama stated.
The Minority contends that Mr. Gyamfi, who also serves as the National Communications Director of the NDC, has violated provisions of the Currency Act of Ghana, which prohibits the circulation of foreign currency in place of the Ghana Cedi. They further claim that his actions breach the newly launched Code of Conduct for Public Officers introduced by President Mahama.
In light of the incident, the Minority has issued the following demands:
- Immediate suspension of Sammy Gyamfi as Acting CEO of GOLDBOD;
- A full-scale investigation into the source of the dollar notes displayed in the video;
- A formal apology from President Mahama for what they describe as “an insult to the dignity of the Ghanaian people.”
The controversy has stirred public debate, with many questioning the propriety of a high-ranking government official appearing to flout financial laws amidst economic hardship.
Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com
