Good morning, ladies and gentlemen of the media.
We thank you for honoring our invitation. The Minority in Parliament has called this press conference to address a matter that, while outrageous, sadly encapsulates the arrogance, hypocrisy, and gross insensitivity that have come to define the NDC government under President JohnDramani Mahama
Over the weekend, Ghanaians were subjected to a disturbing video showing Mr. Sammy Gyamfi, National Communications Officer of the ruling NDC and Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO)of the Ghana Gold Board, casually doling out bundles of United States Dollars to a known controversial figure, Evangelist Patricia Oduro, alias Nana Agradaa.
This display of financial recklessness is not only a betrayal of public trust but a slap in the face of millions of Ghanaians currently grappling with the devastating effects of the Cedi, inflation, andthe unbearable cost of living. It is even more shameful that this act was committed by someone who has in the past championed populist rhetoric about economic discipline,Cedi loyalty,andanti-corruption.
Let us be clear: this is not an isolated moment of indiscretion; it is symptomatic of a broader culture of abuse, impunity, and moral decay in the heart of this NDC government.
While businesses across the country are being suffocated by dollar shortages and an erratic exchange rate, a government official with access to state resources is seen splashing dollars.
While the cedi has shown signs of recovery, appreciating GHS 14.15 to approximately GHS 13.14per USD as of May 9,2025, this incident undermines efforts to stabilize our economy.
The casual distribution of foreign currency by a high-ranking official sends a message of indifference to the struggles of ordinary Ghanaians.
And what has the government got to say? Nothing. There has been silence from the presidency, no reprimand from the Ministry of Finance, and no action from the Office of the President or the National Security Secretariat. It appears this act has the quiet blessing of a regime that has long abandoned people’s interests for personal gain. As a minority group, we owe it to the people of Ghana to bring matters to the fore on these unfortunate developments.
Ladies and gentlemen, it is ridiculous to suggest that Sammy Gyamfi did no wrong with the opulence and naked betrayal of public mandate. The President recently launched a Code of Conduct for appointees, which requires them to place the national interest above personal interests, eschew opulence, and be accountable for the use of public funds, among others.
Sammy has raped these requirements of him by President. God has a way of testing the faith and integrity of men. The integrity and faith of President John Mahama in his own rules have been put to the test. It’s an awatershed moment for him to keep true. Said by Hon. Ralph Poku Adusei
MP for Bekwei.
