A Ghanaian citizen, Eric Dumenu Akatsi, has formally petitioned the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), calling for a thorough investigation into the conduct of Samuel Gyamfi, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Goldbod.
In his complaint, Akatsi stated that he was acting under Article 41(f) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, which enjoins citizens to uphold and defend the Constitution and hold public officers accountable.
Referring to himself as a public interest advocate, he expressed deep concern over recent developments and videos that have surfaced online involving Mr. Gyamfi.
“I formally bring this petition under Article 218(e) of the 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana with regards to videos in circulation about Mr. Samuel Gyamfi, a public office holder, who was captured on camera splashing dollars on one Agradaa in his Range Rover.”
The petitioner described the act as “a clear indication of unexplained wealth,” further alleging that Mr. Gyamfi maintains two private accounts at Consolidated Bank Ghana—one in Ghana cedis and the other in U.S. dollars—reportedly containing deposits totalling over GHS 100 million.
“It is important to understand that, prior to his current position, these accounts never had the said substantial inflows,” the petition stated. “This, I contend, including the splashing of dollars, leads to the irresistible conclusion—supported by the accuracy of mathematics—that these are instances of suspected corruption.”
Citing his civic responsibility under Article 41(f) of the Constitution, Mr. Akatsi urged CHRAJ to initiate a comprehensive investigation into the source of Mr. Gyamfi’s alleged wealth and financial activities.
