Heaven Way Chapel, led by Evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, would cease to exist should Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, be relieved of his position over a $800 gift to the Ghanaian pastor.

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Evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, popularly known as Agradaa, has threatened to burn her church should the government official be sanctioned for his action.

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“This is my mantle, my Bible, and my anointing oil, as a great woman of God, and I say that I will set my church on fire if I am the reason Sammy will lose his job. Because the Bible said we should do good to everybody, the Bible did not discriminate when it said that. So, if Sammy Gyamfi gives me money, he deserves to do that,” Agradaa said.

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Evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah has announced her decision to return a cash gift of $800 given to her.

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In the video that went viral on Sunday, May 11, Agradaa was seen asking for US dollar notes from Mr Gyamfi. Soon after, Sammy Gyamfi counted several dollar bills, which she quickly grabbed and flashed to onlookers.

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The act of generosity has warranted public scrutiny against Sammy Gyamfi, necessitating Evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, popularly known as Agradaa to decide to return the cash gift.

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“I will return the $800 and even double it. I will do my best to find his office, and I will go there with my camera and show it to Ghanaians that I have returned the money,” she stated.

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Member of Parliament for Madina Constituency, Francis-Xavier Sosu, has thrown his support for Sammy Gyamfi, who is presently facing public scrutiny.

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In a post on Facebook on May 12, he noted that Sammy Gyamfi committed no crime for his action, as he decided to share his blessings with others.

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"It is well. You committed no crime. The haters are hurt. They can’t believe that God can lift and bless you such that you can become a blessing unto others. Leave them - let them do their worst."

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"We got you. God has your back. Stay focused and blessed," the legislator wrote.

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Mr Gyamfi has extended an apology, noting that the gesture was consistent with his long-standing habit of helping people in need.

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In a post on the X platform, he wrote, “I genuinely believed this act of kindness was done in private and never imagined it would end up in the public domain. It’s truly unfortunate and regrettable. “I understand the concerns and disappointment this has caused, especially among party comrades who feel let down. I’m truly sorry for this misjudgment. I respect and value your opinions”.

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Mr Gyamfi yesterday appeared before the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, over the matter. The details of the meeting is currently not public knowledge.

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Meanwhile, the Minority in Parliament has asked President John Mahama to suspend or relieve Mr Gyamfi of his duties as Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ghana Gold Board.

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The Minority argues that his actions contravene the president's Code of Conduct, Forex Exchange Act and Currency Act.

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Addressing the press on Monday, May 12, a representative of the Minority, Dr Kabiru Tia Mahama, the Member of Parliament for Walewale said, "The minority is calling for the immediate suspension of Sammy Gyamfi as acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board. This goes against the Code of Conduct, the Forex Exchange Act, and the Currency Act."

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Meanwhile, the Spokesperson for the president and Government Communications Minister, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has noted that the position of the Minority is politically motivated.

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“The moment the NPP jumps into this, you know that they’re just dabbling in opportunistic politics. They don’t believe in any of the principles they’re espousing. If you look at their conduct and behaviour in government, this is not a party that has any respect for modesty or even decency in public office,” he said.

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