The Minister in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has accused the New Patriotic Party (NPP) of engaging in opportunistic politics following its calls for the suspension of Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi.
Mr. Gyamfi has faced public scrutiny after a viral video surfaced showing him handing over dollar notes to former fetish priestess-turned-evangelist, Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, known as Nana Agradaa, during a public event. This gesture, widely criticized amid current economic hardships, has sparked debate about the standards of conduct expected from public officials.
In response, Mr. Gyamfi issued a public apology, clarifying that the donation was a private act of kindness and not meant for public display. He has since been summoned by Chief of Staff Julius Debrah to explain the incident. Meanwhile, the Minority in Parliament has called for his suspension pending further investigations.
Speaking on Eyewitness News with Umaru Sanda Amadu, Mr. Kwakye Ofosu dismissed the NPP’s intervention as politically motivated, questioning their credibility on public accountability issues.
“The moment the NPP jumps into this, it’s clear they’re dabbling in opportunistic politics. They don’t believe in any of the principles they’re espousing. Their conduct in government shows a lack of respect for modesty or decency in public office,” he stated.
Mr. Kwakye Ofosu further criticized the NPP’s selective outrage, referencing their silence during past scandals involving their own members.
“It will be interesting to see what the Minority or the Majority has said about other issues. For example, the $1 million found under former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources Cecilia Dapaah’s bed. They remained silent then; why have they suddenly found their voice now?” he argued.
He suggested that the NPP’s reaction stems from political rivalry, noting that Mr. Gyamfi’s role as National Communications Officer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) and his vocal criticism of the Akufo-Addo government have made him a target.
“Sammy Gyamfi is a thorn in their flesh; he played a key role in the NDC’s efforts to unseat them. It’s clear they bear a grudge,” Mr. Kwakye Ofosu concluded.
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