The Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mr. Godwin Eduzi Tamakloe, has weighed in on the public debate surrounding the recent actions of National Democratic Congress (NDC) Communications Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, calling for introspection on the risks of generosity in the digital age.
In a reflective post on his Facebook page, Mr. Tamakloe expressed concern over how well-meaning gestures can sometimes be misinterpreted, leading to unintended backlash.
“May the good Lord save us from all seen and unseen evil. God protect our benefactors. May our generosity not become a problem for us. Lessons learnt. God help us,” he wrote, without directly referencing the Gyamfi incident.
The comments come in the wake of a social media storm that erupted after a video surfaced showing Sammy Gyamfi, who also serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Goldbod, presenting a cash gift to popular evangelist and former fetish priestess, Patricia Asiedua, known widely as Nana Agradaa.
The gesture, which Gyamfi has since described as a private act of kindness, sparked sharp criticism from some quarters, including within his own party, where concerns were raised about the implications of such associations for a high-profile political figure.
In a swift response to the backlash, Gyamfi issued a formal apology, acknowledging that his action had caused unease among some party members and supporters.
“Folks, I have taken notice of the wave of criticisms against my person in the last 24 hours,” he wrote. “To clarify, this was simply a kind gesture to a fellow human being, in line with my daily and life-long custom of lending a helping hand to people in need. I sincerely thought that I was doing this act of kindness in private, and never imagined that same could find its way into the public space. That is unfortunate and regrettable.”
Gyamfi also sought to reassure his party members, many of whom felt blindsided by the incident.
“To all such comrades, I am sincerely sorry for this unfortunate act of indiscretion. I respect and appreciate your views,” he added.
Despite the incident, the NDC National Communications Officer reaffirmed his commitment to public service, emphasizing that his approach to leadership remains grounded in compassion and problem-solving.
“Let me state, however, that my view of public office as a privilege to serve society, solve problems, and help others has not changed. I remain focused on the task entrusted to me by His Excellency, the President, for the development of our country,” he concluded.
The episode has sparked broader discussions about the balance between public duty and private kindness, as well as the potential consequences of public figures extending personal support in a highly scrutinized political landscape.
