President Mahama Cautions Sammy Gyamfi Not To Engage In Dollar-Sharing Antics Again

President John Dramani Mahama has decided against taking further disciplinary action against Sammy Gyamfi, the acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, following a public outcry over a viral video showing him handing an undisclosed sum of U.S. dollars to evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, widely known as Nana Agradaa.

The footage, which circulated widely on social media, sparked allegations of potential violations of Ghana’s Foreign Exchange Act and the Code of Conduct for Public Officials. Civil society organizations and opposition lawmakers had demanded Gyamfi’s dismissal, arguing that his actions eroded public trust and fell short of ethical standards expected of government appointees.

However, President Mahama has opted to accept Gyamfi’s public apology and consider the matter resolved—though with a strong caution. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister of Government Communications, announced the President’s decision during a press briefing, stating:

“President Mahama has accepted Mr. Sammy Gyamfi’s apology and considers the matter closed. While the incident was unfortunate, the President has determined that no further sanctions are necessary at this time.”

Kwakye Ofosu emphasized, however, that the President has issued a stern warning to Gyamfi and all public officeholders to strictly comply with the Code of Conduct and uphold the highest standards of integrity to maintain public confidence.

The decision has drawn mixed reactions, with critics questioning whether it sets a precedent for leniency in cases of ethical breaches. Nevertheless, the government maintains that accountability remains a priority, though it deemed Gyamfi’s actions insufficient to warrant his removal.

The controversy highlights ongoing debates over transparency and ethical governance in public service, with calls for stricter enforcement of conduct rules to prevent future incidents.

Source: GhanaFeed.Com