The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has summoned the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, following the circulation of a viral video showing him handing over an undisclosed amount of money reportedly in US dollars to evangelist and former fetish priestess, Patricia Oduro Koranteng, popularly known as Nana Agradaa.
Sources at the Jubilee House confirmed to Citi News that Gyamfi has been directed to appear before the Chief of Staff to clarify the circumstances surrounding the cash transaction, which has sparked significant public outcry and raised ethical concerns.
The video, widely shared on social media, depicts what appears to be a private meeting between Gyamfi and Nana Agradaa.
Although the purpose and context of the money handover remain unclear, the optics of a high-ranking public official giving cash to a controversial figure have triggered criticism and speculation.
Observers have expressed concern that the incident may undermine President John Dramani Mahama’s recently launched Code of Conduct for Public Officials.
The code emphasizes the values of integrity, transparency, and accountability as part of broader government reforms to combat corruption and rebuild public trust.
In response to the backlash, Sammy Gyamfi issued a public apology on Sunday, May 11, stating that the money was a personal donation made out of goodwill and not intended for public consumption.
He acknowledged that the act, although private, has become a matter of public interest and regretted any negative perceptions it may have caused.
Despite the apology, insiders say the Chief of Staff is handling the issue with urgency, given the political sensitivity and potential reputational damage to the administration.
Nana Agradaa, now a self-proclaimed evangelist, remains a controversial figure in Ghanaian society.
Formerly associated with traditional spiritual practices, she has since transitioned into Christian ministry.
Her past legal entanglements and ongoing public disputes continue to draw national attention.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
