Dr. Theo Acheampong Calls on President Mahama to Act on Sammy Gyamfi Matter

By: Alexander Afriyie
Dr. Theo Acheampong has taken to Facebook to express his concerns about the recent controversy surrounding Sammy Gyamfi, Acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board. According to Dr. Acheampong, President Mahama must take swift and decisive action in this matter, citing the Code of Conduct launched by the President himself.
Key Points from the Code of Conduct.
– President’s Pledge: Dr. Acheampong referenced page 9 of the Code of Conduct, where President Mahama pledged to “deal swiftly and decisively” with any political appointee who breaches the standards set out in the code.
– Statement of Ethics: Item C of the Statement of Ethics on page 12 emphasizes the importance of public officials performing their duties in a manner that withstands public scrutiny.
– Applicability of the Code: The Code of Conduct applies to various public officials, including Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Presidential Staffers, and CEOs of state and para-statal institutions.
Call to Action.
Dr. Acheampong’s post suggests that President Mahama must take immediate action in the Sammy Gyamfi matter, given the clear guidelines outlined in the Code of Conduct. The controversy surrounding Sammy Gyamfi’s gift to Nana Agradaa has sparked public debate, and Dr. Acheampong’s call for action adds to the growing pressure on the President to address the issue. Alexander Afriyie