In the aftermath of the controversial donation made by Sammy Gyamfi to Nana Agradaa, the Presidency’s decision to issue a caution rather than remove him from office has been met with mixed reactions. While some critics see it as a missed opportunity to reinforce ethical standards, a closer look reveals that suspending or removing Mr. Gyamfi could have created far more harm than good—for both the administration and the nation.Here are three key reasons why sidelining the National Communications Officer of the NDC and Acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) would have been a disastrous move at this point:
1. Disrupting a Key Economic Engine in a Delicate Recovery Phase
Sammy Gyamfi currently heads GoldBod, a regulatory body playing a pivotal role in Ghana’s gold export framework and foreign exchange stability. Under his leadership, GoldBod has expanded oversight over small-scale mining, ensured formal gold exports, and significantly contributed to the appreciation of the Ghanaian cedi.
Removing him from this role—especially at a time when the cedi is showing signs of recovery—would disrupt momentum and send the wrong signals to investors and international partners monitoring Ghana’s fiscal discipline.
2. Risking Division Within the NDC and Weakening Internal Confidence
Gyamfi is not just a public servant—he is also a strategic communicator and mobilizer within the NDC. His removal would likely trigger unrest within the party’s youth and communications wings, creating internal discontent that could weaken unity.
3. Fueling the Narrative of Political Capitulation Under Pressure
In today’s hyper-polarized political climate, yielding to every public outcry—regardless of context—risks portraying the presidency as indecisive or easily swayed. While accountability is crucial, balanced leadership requires discernment.
Gyamfi’s gesture, though poorly timed, was not criminal nor politically corrupt. Suspending him for an act of charity—albeit one requiring better judgment—could have opened the door to politically motivated calls for future resignations based on optics rather than substance.
