Sammy Gyamfi Slams Afia Schwarzenegger with GH¢10 Million Defamation Lawsuit
Sammy Gyamfi, the Chief Executive Officer of Goldbod and National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has categorically denied allegations that he purchased property in the United States for his wife or her alleged sister. These claims, according to Gyamfi, are entirely baseless and malicious. In response to these defamatory statements, Gyamfi has taken decisive action by filing a GH¢10 million defamation suit against media personality Afia Schwarzenegger at the High Court. This legal action underscores the seriousness with which Gyamfi views these allegations and his determination to protect his reputation.
In his statement of claim, filed on Wednesday, July 23, Gyamfi outlines the extent of the damage he believes Schwarzenegger’s publications have caused. He contends that the defamatory statements were not only false but also malicious and deliberately contrived to damage his hard-earned reputation. According to Gyamfi, these publications were designed to portray him in a negative light, causing the Ghanaian public to view him as morally depraved and without scruples. Furthermore, Gyamfi denies allegations of having romantic relationships with students at the University of Ghana or purchasing vehicles for any alleged girlfriends. These denials are unequivocal, and Gyamfi emphasizes that there is no truth to these claims whatsoever.
Gyamfi also specifically addresses the allegations regarding property acquisition, asserting that he has not acquired any property in the United States or elsewhere for his wife or any relative of hers. He highlights the absurdity of the claims by pointing out that his wife does not even have a sister named “Vida,” as published by Schwarzenegger. Gyamfi stresses that any reasonable investigation would have revealed the falsity of these claims, underscoring the reckless nature of Schwarzenegger’s actions. He accuses Schwarzenegger of publishing these claims with full knowledge of their falsity or with unpardonably reckless disregard for the truth, demonstrating a clear intent to harm Gyamfi’s reputation.
The consequences of Schwarzenegger’s actions, as outlined in the lawsuit, have been severe. Since the publication of the defamatory statements, Gyamfi has been subjected to a barrage of phone calls and has had to deal with very embarrassing and difficult questions from a wide range of individuals. These include high-ranking government officials, senior NDC members, friends, family, and associates both locally and internationally. The impact on Gyamfi’s personal and professional life has been significant, and the lawsuit seeks not only damages but also to restore his reputation and deter similar conduct in the future. By taking this legal action, Gyamfi aims to hold Schwarzenegger accountable for her actions and to protect his reputation from further harm.
