Apostle Dr. Isaac Owusu Bempah, founder and leader of Glorious Word Power Ministries International, has publicly defended National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Communications Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, amid the recent backlash over his monetary gift to Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, formerly known as Nana Agradaa.
In a radio interview, Apostle Owusu Bempah remarked, “Sammy Gyamfi has done more for me than for Agradaa,” recounting his own personal encounter with the NDC communicator during a politically difficult period.
He revealed that Gyamfi personally visited him shortly after his release from police custody following his arrest under the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration—despite Owusu Bempah’s long-standing and outspoken criticism of the NDC.
“No one has offended the NDC more than I have,” the man of God acknowledged. “Yet Gyamfi still found the heart to support me when I was in distress.” He emphasized that Gyamfi’s gesture was not an isolated act but part of a consistent character of loyalty, humility, and generosity.
The controversy at the center of the discussion began when a video surfaced showing Gyamfi handing what appeared to be US dollar notes to Agradaa at a public event. The footage quickly went viral, drawing criticism from the public and even some within the NDC, who questioned the appropriateness of the gesture—especially considering Agradaa’s past verbal attacks on President John Dramani Mahama and the NDC as a whole.
However, Owusu Bempah argued that Gyamfi’s intentions have been misunderstood. He described the act not as political recklessness, but as a symbol of goodwill. According to him, Gyamfi’s decision to forgive Agradaa—after she and her husband reportedly approached him in peace—was admirable. “Had he ignored them, people would have accused him of pride,” he said. “But instead, he chose grace.”
He further called out the tendency of the public to dwell on controversy while overlooking context and character. “Sammy Gyamfi is a generous person,” he stressed, urging Ghanaians to assess the situation more fairly.
Amid the public storm, Agradaa—now a self-proclaimed evangelist—offered to return the $800 gift, citing her concern over the political consequences for Gyamfi. “If returning the money will save Sammy Gyamfi from losing his position, I will do so and even record it,” she said in a follow-up statement.
In response, Sammy Gyamfi issued an apology, explaining that the gesture was not meant for the cameras but was a private act of compassion. He emphasized that helping others has always been central to his values and lifestyle, regardless of public perception.
