Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, has defended his decision to describe Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin as an “extortionist,” challenging the opposition politician to take action if he believes the allegation is unfounded.
The exchange has added another layer to the ongoing political disagreements between figures on the government and opposition sides.
Gyamfi reportedly stood by his choice of words and maintained that he was prepared to defend the allegation. He challenged Afenyo-Markin to provide evidence against him or pursue the matter through the appropriate channels if he disagreed with the claim.
The comments have attracted attention because both politicians are prominent figures in Ghana’s political landscape. Gyamfi, who heads GoldBod, has increasingly featured in public discussions over Ghana’s gold-trading sector and government policies, while Afenyo-Markin serves as a leading figure for the opposition in Parliament.
The latest disagreement reflects the increasingly confrontational nature of political exchanges in the country, where public officials and opposition politicians frequently challenge one another over policy, governance and allegations of wrongdoing.
Gyamfi’s response suggests that he is unwilling to withdraw his description of the Minority Leader. Instead, he has placed the burden on Afenyo-Markin to respond to the allegation and demonstrate why the description should not stand.
The dispute also comes at a time when GoldBod remains an important institution in Ghana’s efforts to regulate the country’s gold-trading industry. As its chief executive, Gyamfi has been involved in communicating government positions on the sector and defending policies associated with the institution.
Afenyo-Markin, meanwhile, remains one of the most prominent voices of the opposition in Parliament. His comments on government policies and public officials often attract significant political attention.
The disagreement between the two therefore extends beyond a personal exchange, as it has become part of the wider political debate between the governing side and the opposition.
Political observers and members of the public are likely to continue following the matter, particularly if either side provides additional evidence or clarification regarding the claims.
For now, Gyamfi has made it clear that he stands by his description and has challenged Afenyo-Markin to respond.
The development once again highlights the intensity of political debate in Ghana, where disagreements between politicians can quickly become major public discussions.
“Afenyo-Markin sold water and electricity, and still made losses”
– @SammyGyamfi_ responds to Afenyo-Markin and calls him an extortionist. #Newsfile pic.twitter.com/UYExBHCid0
— JoyNews (@JoyNewsOnTV) August 22, 2026
Source: Thepressradio.com
