The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has strongly denied a viral social media report alleging that Dominic Bonsu Ventures absconded with GH¢200 million belonging to the state gold trading regulator.
In an official statement, GoldBod described the publication as false, misleading, and malicious, urging the public to disregard the circulating claims and rely only on verified information released through its official communication channels.
GoldBod Says Sammy Gyamfi Has No Security Link to Dominic Bonsu
According to GoldBod, the social media post falsely claimed that Dominic Bonsu, proprietor of Dominic Bonsu Ventures, previously served as a bodyguard to the Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi.
The Authority categorically dismissed the allegation, stating that Dominic Bonsu has never served as a bodyguard or personal security officer to Sammy Gyamfi at any time.
GoldBod emphasized that any suggestion of such a relationship is entirely inaccurate.
GoldBod Denies Paying or Losing GH¢200 Million
The Ghana Gold Board also rejected claims that it had advanced or lost GH¢200 million, or any other amount, to Dominic Bonsu or his company.
According to the regulator, there has been no financial transaction or payment involving the alleged amount, making the viral publication completely unfounded.
Dominic Bonsu Ventures Licence Suspended Over Regulatory Breaches
GoldBod explained that Dominic Bonsu Ventures had its operating licence suspended after investigations into suspected violations of the company’s licence conditions and the GoldBod Trading Directives, in accordance with the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025 (Act 1140).
The Authority said the suspension formed part of its regulatory enforcement measures aimed at ensuring compliance within Ghana’s gold trading industry.
High Court Proceedings Ongoing
Following investigations, GoldBod confirmed that Dominic Bonsu was arrested and subsequently remanded into lawful custody by the High Court in Accra.
The Authority stated that the matter remains before the court and is currently subject to ongoing legal proceedings.
GoldBod Warns Against Misinformation
GoldBod expressed concern that the false publication was intended to mislead the public, distort an active enforcement process, and undermine confidence in the country’s gold trading regulator.
The Authority urged media organisations, bloggers, online publishers, and social media users to verify information before publication and uphold the principles of responsible journalism.
GoldBod reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing Ghana’s gold trading laws, combating illegal practices in the sector, and regulating the industry fairly, transparently, and professionally without fear or favour.
Source: newsthemegh.com