President John Dramani Mahama has announced that no further disciplinary action will be taken against the acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, following a controversial video that showed him handing an undisclosed amount of U.S. dollars to evangelist Patricia Oduro, popularly known as Nana Agradaa.
The video, which quickly went viral, triggered widespread public criticism and raised concerns about a possible breach of Ghana’s Foreign Exchange Act and the Code of Conduct for public appointees.
Civil society groups and members of the minority caucus called for Gyamfi’s dismissal, arguing that his conduct undermined public trust and violated the standards expected of a government official.
However, President Mahama has decided to accept Mr. Gyamfi’s public apology and bring the matter to a close—albeit with a stern warning.
Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, conveyed the President’s position at a press briefing, stating that President Mahama has accepted the apology from Mr. Sammy Gyamfi.
He added that, according to the President, while the incident is regrettable, no further action will be taken.
However, a firm warning has been issued to Mr. Gyamfi and all public appointees to strictly adhere to the Code of Conduct and act at all times in a manner that upholds public confidence.
Mr. Kwakye Ofosu stressed the President’s commitment to accountability and ethical governance but noted that the current situation did not warrant Gyamfi’s removal.
“The President has made it clear that while forgiveness has been extended in this instance, any recurrence of such behavior will not be tolerated,” he added.
The decision has sparked mixed reactions, with critics arguing that leniency may set a dangerous precedent, while others believe the public censure and official warning suffice.
The Ghana Gold Board has yet to comment officially on the matter.
