Retired Ghanaian boxer and entertainer Braimah Kamoko, popularly known as Bukom Banku, has made a heartfelt appeal to President John Dramani Mahama to pardon jailed former fetish priestess turned evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, popularly known as Nana Agradaa. Agradaa was recently convicted and sentenced to 15 years in prison with hard labor for multiple counts of charlatanic advertisement and defrauding by false pretense.
A Heartfelt Appeal
Bukom Banku broke down in tears as he pleaded with President Mahama to show compassion towards Agradaa. “President Mahama, Father of the Nation, even if Agradaa has wronged you, Father forget,” he wept. “Father, 15 years for jail, daddy, I am hurt.” The retired boxer’s emotional appeal was driven by concern for Agradaa’s well-being and the potential impact of the lengthy sentence on her family.
Concerns about Agradaa’s Well-being
Bukom Banku expressed worry about the emotional toll the sentence could have on Agradaa’s family, warning that the lengthy term could break her spirit or worse. “If care is not taken, she can even die in jail,” he said. “I’m hurt. Free Agradaa from prison. It’s also a sad day for Ghana and the world at large. Agradaa, you are always doing wrong. Nice lady like you always defrauding people. You’re advised but don’t listen, always bragging on social media about your bad behavior. But you’re still a human being like me. Forgive her,” he pleaded.
A Call for Mercy
Bukom Banku stressed that his appeal had nothing to do with politics but was grounded in empathy and concern for a fellow Ghanaian. “President Mahama, have mercy on Agradaa,” he said. The retired boxer’s emotional appeal has sparked a conversation about justice, mercy, and the impact of lengthy prison sentences on individuals and society.
Agradaa’s Sentence
On July 3, 2025, an Accra Circuit Court sentenced Nana Agradaa to 15 years in prison with hard labor after she was found guilty of multiple counts of charlatanic advertisement and defrauding by false pretense. The court ruled that Agradaa’s actions had caused harm to many people, and her sentence was meant to serve as a deterrent to others.
Public Reaction
The public reaction to Bukom Banku’s appeal has been mixed, with some people sympathizing with Agradaa’s plight and others calling for justice to take its course. As the debate continues, one thing is clear: Bukom Banku’s emotional appeal has brought attention to the complexities of justice and mercy in Ghana’s judicial system.
Source: Africa Publicity
