Evangelist to Remain in Custody as Legal Team Continues Appeal Against 15-Year Sentence
The High Court in Amasaman has rejected a bail application filed on behalf of Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, widely known as Nana Agradaa, while her appeal against a 15-year prison sentence is underway.
Dr. Bernard Kofi Asamoah, a member of Agradaa’s legal team, confirmed the court’s decision in an interview with Citi News on Tuesday, July 15. According to him, the request for bail pending the appeal was turned down, with the court instructing the Circuit Court to submit all relevant documents concerning the case to facilitate the ongoing appeal process.
“We wanted bail pending appeal, and the court did not grant it. The court has given an order that the Circuit Court furnish it with all the processes needed for the appeal. We will continue the appeal process,” Dr. Asamoah stated.
This development follows the July 3 sentencing of Nana Agradaa by the Circuit Court, presided over by Justice Evelyn Asamoah. The former traditional priestess turned evangelist was found guilty of defrauding by false pretence and engaging in charlatanic advertisement, receiving a 15-year custodial sentence.
Her legal team has challenged the conviction, citing alleged unfair trial procedures and what they describe as an unjust ruling. On July 7, her lead counsel Richard Asare Baffour confirmed that a formal petition had been filed at the High Court to overturn both the conviction and sentence.
Despite the recent setback in their bail request, Agradaa’s lawyers say they remain fully committed to navigating the legal process and seeking justice through the appellate court system.
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