The conviction of Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, widely known as Nana Agradaa, stemmed from allegations that she used religious influence and media platforms to defraud thousands of followers through false spiritual claims.
Prosecutors revealed that Agradaa used her television station, Today’s TV, along with various social media platforms, to promote a supposed spiritual money-doubling scheme. She invited members of the public to attend an all-night church service, promising to multiply their money through divine intervention.
More than 1,000 people reportedly attended the service, handing over various sums of cash in expectation of receiving multiplied returns. However, the promised financial miracle never materialised, leaving many attendees in distress and prompting multiple complaints to authorities.
During trial proceedings, prosecutors presented evidence linking the scheme to deliberate misrepresentation and fraudulent intent. The Accra Circuit Court subsequently sentenced her to 15 years imprisonment on July 3, 2025.
Agradaa challenged the ruling in her appeal, claiming the trial process was unfair, evidence presented was insufficient, and the punishment was excessive. The Amasaman High Court later reviewed the case and reduced her sentence to 12 months.
The case has reignited public debate in Ghana about regulation of religious institutions, fraudulent spiritual practices, and the influence of social media in promoting questionable financial schemes.
