Private Citizen Petitions CHRAJ Over Sammy Gyamfi’s Dollar-Sharing Incident

Top Knowledge Media | Political Desk

Accra, Ghana – A private citizen has formally petitioned the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) over a viral video in which Sammy Gyamfi, the National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), is seen allegedly handing over a stack of U.S. dollar bills to controversial evangelist Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as Agradaa.

The petitioner, whose identity remains undisclosed for security reasons, is demanding a full-scale probe into the source, purpose, and legality of the funds disbursed in the now-infamous footage.

“This incident raises serious concerns about transparency, abuse of public trust, and potential ethical violations,” the petition reads. “CHRAJ must investigate whether public resources or political influence were improperly used in this exchange.”

???? The Viral Moment

The video, which surfaced online last week, shows Sammy Gyamfi interacting warmly with Agradaa and handing her what appears to be a bundle of U.S. dollars. The gesture has since sparked intense public debate, with critics questioning the appropriateness and motive behind the gesture — especially in the midst of ongoing economic challenges in the country.

Agradaa herself later claimed in a follow-up video that Gyamfi gave her $800 upon request for fuel, further fueling controversy and public scrutiny.

????️ CHRAJ's Expected Role

CHRAJ is empowered by law to investigate allegations of corruption, abuse of office, and breaches of the Code of Conduct for Public Officers. While Sammy Gyamfi is not a public office holder in the formal sense, the petitioner argues that his prominent role within a leading political party demands a standard of accountability and transparency.

Legal and governance analysts have weighed in, with some supporting the call for inquiry while others believe the issue may not meet the threshold for CHRAJ intervention unless there is evidence of public funds being misused.

????️ Public Reaction

The incident has drawn mixed reactions. While some supporters of the NDC have dismissed the video as “harmless philanthropy,” critics argue it reflects the disconnect between political elites and ordinary Ghanaians, especially amid inflation and unemployment.

“Whether it's public money or not, it sends the wrong message in these hard times,” one X (Twitter) user posted.

???? Top Knowledge Insight:
The petition to CHRAJ underscores a growing public demand for ethical behavior and transparency from political figures, even outside formal office. Whether the commission takes up the case could set a precedent for how informal political influence is scrutinized in Ghana’s democracy.