Controversial evangelist and former fetish priestess Nana Agradaa, known in private life as Patricia Asieduaa, appeared before the Amasaman High Court today, seeking bail pending an appeal of her 15-year prison sentence. However, her request was not granted.

According to her legal team, the visit to the court was to formally request bail while they challenge the recent ruling that saw Agradaa sentenced to 15 years in prison for defrauding multiple individuals under the guise of running a money-doubling scheme. Her lawyer emphasized that the appeal process is ongoing and argued that she should be granted bail as the court reviews the conviction.

Despite their efforts, the presiding judge refused the bail application, meaning Agradaa will remain in custody while her legal team prepares to take the appeal further.

The case has drawn significant public attention, not just because of the high-profile nature of Nana Agradaa’s persona, but also due to the strong message her sentencing sends about fraudulent spiritual practices and financial scams in Ghana.

Agradaa was convicted after several victims came forward, claiming she lured them with promises of spiritual financial returns, only to disappear with their money. The court found her guilty on multiple counts of fraud and sentenced her earlier this year.

Today’s bail hearing was seen by many as a crucial test of her legal team’s strategy. While the appeal itself is still pending, the court’s decision to keep her in custody suggests a challenging road ahead for the defense.

The public now awaits the next steps in what has become one of Ghana’s most widely followed legal cases involving a religious figure.