In the wake of a viral video showing the acting CEO of Ghana GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, presenting large sums of US dollars to controversial religious figure Nana Agradaa, the government has moved swiftly to address public concerns.
Deputy Presidential Spokesperson and National Democratic Congress (NDC) communications team member, Shamima Muslim, has confirmed that the matter is being taken seriously at the highest levels of government.
member of the Communications Bureau of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Shamima Muslim
Speaking on Joy News’ AM Show, Shamima revealed that the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has summoned Mr. Gyamfi for questioning. The footage, which has sparked widespread debate on social media and in the public sphere, shows Gyamfi handing over bundles of cash to self-styled evangelist Patricia Oduro Koranteng, better known as Nana Agradaa—a figure previously associated with various controversies.
While Shamima noted that she was not privy to the details or outcome of the meeting, she assured the public that the administration is committed to upholding its principles of integrity and accountability.
“Every action, however minor or major, is taken seriously by the government—as we should,” she remarked. She added that the credibility of the current administration rests heavily on its ability to match action with rhetoric, especially when it comes to transparency and ethical leadership.
Continuing her remarks, Shamima reflected on the broader implications for governance. She stated that the government’s pledge to restore trust and discipline in public service means it must be ready to answer to Ghanaians in moments of controversy.
“If we set a high standard for ourselves, then it is fair that Ghanaians will want to hold us to those standards,” she affirmed, drawing attention to the administration’s own campaign promises and governance reforms.
She further stressed that after years of questionable public sector practices, the onus is now on the government to demonstrate it is capable of charting a different course. Her statement pointed to the need for institutional consistency in addressing misconduct, irrespective of the public profile of those involved.
In closing, Shamima offered a poignant reminder: “To whom much is given, much is expected—even if those expectations are ones we’ve brought upon ourselves.”
This incident adds to the mounting pressure on public officials to distance themselves from questionable financial dealings and to preserve the credibility of the institutions they represent. As investigations unfold, the public awaits concrete outcomes that align with the administration’s professed commitment to ethical leadership.
