‘Effusions In A Palmwine Bar’

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod)'s financial losses will continue to be a contentious issue in Ghanaian politics. Sammy Gyamfi, representing the National Democratic Congress (NDC), is facing criticism from the opposition in Parliament. Despite his age, Gyamfi's actions have been characterized by disrespect towards his political opponents.

His recent response to the Minority's press conference about the GoldBod's massive losses has been met with widespread disapproval. Gyamfi's claim that the Minority's reaction is akin to "effusions in a palmwine bar" is widely seen as unbecoming of a public sector CEO. The $1.7 billion loss in less than two years under his leadership has sparked public outrage.

It is argued that demanding accountability from government officials is entirely appropriate in such circumstances. The use of such insults and hubris in a professional setting is seen as immature and detrimental to the country's image.