“I Would Fire Sammy Gyamfi If I Were President” – Kennedy Agyapong Sparks Debate
Controversial Ghanaian politician and outspoken Member of Parliament, Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, is in the headline once again. This time, it’s for his blunt remark about Sammy Gyamfi, the National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and the Agradaa saga.
Under Gh Page’s surveillance, Kennedy Agyapong was seen speaking at Central University in a video that has since gone viral. He stated, “If I were the president, I would have fired Sammy Gyamfi long ago.” The bold declaration has sparked heated conversations across political circles and social media platforms alike.
According to Agyapong’s statement about the Sammy Gyamfi and Agradaa saga, Kennedy disagreed with President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to grant Sammy Gyamfi a pardon. He believes that Sammy Gyamfi’s frequent public outbursts and communication style are more detrimental to national discourse than beneficial. “I would fire Sammy Gyamfi in a heartbeat if I were president,” he declared.
Kennedy Agyapong, known for his no-nonsense approach and fiery delivery, has long criticized political opponents for what he sees as propaganda and personal attacks. His latest jab at Sammy Gyamfi isn’t the first and likely won’t be the last.
But supporters of the NDC have fired back, with many defending Sammy Gyamfi as a “bold and fearless communicator who speaks truth to power.”
“It’s easy to talk about firing someone you don’t employ,” one NDC supporter posted on X (formerly Twitter).
“Sammy Gyamfi has revealed corruption more than many Members of Parliament combined,” said another user.
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Political analyst Dr. Akua Badu believes the exchange is part of a broader trend where communication officers are becoming central figures in modern Ghanaian politics. “We are witnessing a change in which party communicators are now just as influential and contentious as elected officials. It’s both thrilling and risky,” she said.
She went on to say that although Agyapong’s remarks are characteristic of his direct style, they also show the escalating tensions that lead up to the 2024 elections.
Within hours of the broadcast, Sammy Gyamfi and Kennedy Agyapong were trending in Ghana. Memes, debate threads, and even parody videos were used by the nation’s tech-savvy youth to voice their opinions. Some netizens praised Agyapong for “saying what many think,” while others slammed him for “bullying a younger voice.”
Whether you agree with Kennedy Agyapong or not, his comments point to a rising trend of politics becoming personal. As Ghana inches closer to another major developmental cycle, personalities like Sammy Gyamfi and Kennedy Agyapong will undoubtedly continue to dominate headlines not just for their policies but for their punchlines.
There is no doubt that Ghanaian politics are still as dynamic, unpredictable, and captivating as they have always been.
