Agradaa Remains Defiant as EOCO Shuts Down Church Amid Allegations of Fraud and Financial Misconduct

Nana Agradaa—born Patricia Oduro Koranteng—and best known as a former fetish priestess turned evangelist, continues to express defiance in the wake of grim accusations and the recent closure of her Heaven Way Church by Ghana’s Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO).

EOCO executed a raid and sealed Agradaa’s premises, citing concerns that the church allegedly acted as a front for illicit, money-doubling activities. Inspired by her past as a promoter of the controversial “Sika Gari” ritual—where adherents believed their contributions would be miraculously multiplied—authorities now argue that her operations may have violated anti-fraud regulations.

Despite firm governmental measures, Agradaa has taken to public platforms, vehemently denying any wrongdoing. She insists her church is legitimate and effectively serving its congregation. She attributes the actions against her to her high-profile influence and controversial stance, claiming persecution rather than prosecution.

Matters intensified when attention shifted to her ex-husband—widely referred to as her “baby daddy”—who is alleged to have stolen approximately GH₵14 million from the estate of the late John Kumah. Kumah, a prominent businessman and husband to Apostle Lilian Kumah, passed away, reportedly leaving unresolved financial dealings. The ex-husband stands accused of exploiting his closeness to Agradaa to divert funds belonging to the Kumah estate.

A social media update from Yencom Ghana highlighted that Kumah’s widow has officially dragged Agradaa’s ex-partner into court over the missing monies, alleging deceit and misappropriation.

While EOCO zeroes in on Agradaa’s church, questions linger over her ex-husband’s legal fate. Accusations suggest he conspired to appropriate funds meant for Kumah’s estate, purportedly through Agradaa’s network of church associates.

Adding to Agradaa’s legal troubles, she is no stranger to controversy. Her past “Sika Gari” scheme and unlicensed TV stations—Thunder TV and Ice1 TV—were raided in 2021, resulting in convictions for fraudulent advertising and broadcasting offenses. She was fined GH₵46,000.

Critics argue that the current scrutiny is a consequence of her history of exploiting spiritual authority for profit. Supporters, however, view her as a vocal figure who simply refuses silence. Regardless of perspective, the EOCO’s closure of Heaven Way Church marks a dramatic escalation.

As investigations unfold, Ghana’s public awaits clarity. Legal experts emphasize that the rule of law must prevail, regardless of a person’s influence. Agradaa’s firm rejection of the accusations—calling them politically and socially motivated—sets the stage for a contentious legal battle with implications reaching far beyond her congregation.