Agradaa Makes First Public Appearance After Her Imprisonment in Nsawam Prison
- Agradaa appeared before the Amasaman High Court to seek bail pending an appeal against her 15-year prison sentence
- In a video, the embattled televangelist was spotted leaving the court premises with heavy police personnel escorting her into a vehicle
- The footage of Agradaa at the Amasaman High Court triggered mixed reactions from Ghanaians on social media
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Embattled Ghanaian televangelist Evangelist Mama Pat, or Agradaa, appeared before the Amasaman High Court on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
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The Heaven Way International Ministries founder's appearance at the court was part of ongoing proceedings to seek bail pending an appeal against her 15-year prison sentence. However, the judge, Justice Dr. Richmond Osei Hwere, did not grant the request.
The judge ordered the Registrar of the Circuit Court to produce the records of the proceedings within 14 days to ensure an expeditious hearing of Agradaa and her legal team's appeal.
The embattled televangelist filed an application for bail pending appeal on her behalf on Monday, July 14, 2025.
In a statement of case in support of the motion for her bail submitted by her lawyers, she argued that the judge who presided over her trial at the Circuit Court in Accra, Her Honour Evelyn Asamoah, showed bias in her judgment.
She also expressed confidence in securing a win in her appeal against her long sentence with hard labour.
In her defence, her lawyers stated that their client would be available in court when needed if she is granted bail pending the outcome of the appeal against her 15-year sentencing.
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Agradaa was transported to the Amasaman High Court from the Nsawam prison, where she has begun serving her 15-year sentence.
Agradaa makes an appearance at Amasaman court
Following the conclusion of the court proceedings, the televangelist was taken back to prison.
In a video seen by YEN.com.gh, Agradaa was whisked away from the courtroom into a pickup truck by a group of armed security while her husband, Angel Asiamah, followed them from behind.
The former priestess's face was covered with a nose mask to prevent the large crowd that had gathered at the court premises from getting a sneak peek at her.
The heavily armed security forces later hopped into their vehicle and left the Amasaman High Court with Agradaa sitting in the backseat while a large part of the crowd hooted at her.
The video of Agradaa leaving the Amasaman High Court is below:
Why was Agradaa arrested, prosecuted and jailed?
Agradaa was arrested in connection with allegations of operating a money-doubling scam at her church, following the viral circulation of a video showing congregation members complaining about being defrauded by the controversial televangelist.
Subsequently, Agradaa faced charges of charlatanic advertisement and six counts of defrauding by false pretences. She entered a not guilty plea and was granted bail.
The prosecution's case centred on Agradaa's activities on Today's TV and various social media platforms, where she allegedly advertised a money-doubling scheme.
The controversial figure had publicly invited members of the public to attend an all-night service at her church, promising to double their money through her purported spiritual powers.
Court evidence showed the extensive nature of the alleged scam.
More than 1,000 people attended the all-night service, with attendees handing over substantial sums of money to Agradaa. However, she failed to fulfil her promise of doubling the money, leaving numerous victims financially compromised.
After her conviction on July 3, 2025, Agradaa was transported to the Nsawam female prison on July 5 after the completion of all administrative processes, to begin serving her 15-year term.
Agradaa's public appearance after imprisonment stirs reactions
YEN.com.gh has gathered some comments from social media users below:
octopusmixgh said:
"Some lawyers too, they like dragging issues o. What is bail pending appeal? Just go ahead and appeal and let the process start, eh... Eeii, you want to pass back door to swerve a sentence?"
Akosua Gh commented:
"I feel for this woman, paa o. We are all sinners in the eyes of God. We are not perfect. At least they should grant her bail because she hasn't caused harm to anyone. Hmmm."
Daavi Dzifa wrote:
"When you think Ghana is your property, you will hug the president and still go to prison. Ghana Josephine entered prison after meeting the king."
Agradaa's lawyer speaks after bail denial
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Agradaa's lawyer spoke after his client's request for bail was denied at the Amasaman High Court on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
Addressing the media after the court hearing, the televangelist's lawyer failed to elaborate more about the proceedings but confirmed their setback.
Agradaa's lawyer's remarks triggered mixed reactions from many Ghanaians on social media.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
