Dollar sharing saga: NPA boss prays for God's protection as Sammy Gyamfi apologises

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mr. Godwin Eduzi Tamakloe, shared concerns on social media. His worries follow a controversy involving Sammy Gyamfi, the NDC Communications Officer.

In a Facebook post, Mr. Tamakloe offered a prayer for benefactors. He asked God to protect those with good intentions from misinterpretation. He wrote, “May our generosity not become a problem for us.” Many see this as a response to the backlash against Mr. Gyamfi.

The controversy began when Sammy Gyamfi supported priestess Patricia Asiedua, known as Agraada. This gesture faced criticism from within and outside his political party on social media. The specifics of the support are unclear but sparked sharp reactions.

In light of the backlash, Mr. Gyamfi issued an apology statement. He acknowledged the wave of criticism he received in the past 24 hours. He clarified that his action was meant as a kind gesture to help someone in need.

Mr. Gyamfi expressed regret that his private act became public knowledge. He apologized to party members who felt hurt by his actions and respected their views.

Despite the controversy, he reaffirmed his commitment to public service. He stated that he sees public office as a privilege to serve society and solve problems.

This incident has led to discussions about transparency and discretion in public life. Many are calling for reflection on what can be learned from this episode.