Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, famously known as Nana Agradaa, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison by the Circuit Court in Accra. Once a traditional priestess turned televangelist, Agradaa was convicted of fraud after making false claims about possessing supernatural powers to double money.
The incident occurred during a 2022 televised broadcast of her church, Heaven Way Champion International Ministry. She urged viewers to bring money for divine multiplication, convincing many to part with large amounts of cash in hope of financial miracles. These promises, however, turned out to be deceitful, leaving victims with empty pockets and broken trust.
The court found her guilty on charges of charlatanic advertisement and obtaining money under false read
sons. Officials described her actions as a calculated attempt to exploit people’s faith and desperation.
Before sentencing, a mandatory pregnancy test was conducted—standard procedure in Ghana’s judicial system for female convicts. The test confirmed that she was not pregnant, allowing the sentencing to proceed immediately.
The verdict has sparked significant public reaction. Many Ghanaians have applauded the decision as a major step toward curbing spiritual scams and protecting the public from religious exploitation. Critics argue it’s high time that self-styled spiritual leaders who prey on vulnerable individuals faced real consequences.
Nana Agradaa’s dramatic fall from grace highlights the growing scrutiny of religious figures who use platforms to deceive under the guise of divine authority. The ruling serves as a wake-up call—and a warning to others—about the legal repercussions of manipulating faith for personal gain.
The verdict has generated widespread public reaction, with many praising the ruling as a strong stand for justice and a clear warning to those involved in similar scams.
Many individuals were persuaded to part with large sums, hoping for miraculous financial returns that never came. The court’s decision is seen as a major victory in the fight against fraudulent spiritual schemes and dishonest religious practices.