Lawyers representing Evangelist Patricia Asiedua— popularly known as Nana Agradaa—have filed an application for bail pending appeal, following her conviction and 15-year sentence handed down on July 3, 2025 for defrauding members of the public.

Nana Agradaa was sentenced by Circuit Court 4 under Her Honor Evelyn Asamoah. She received concurrent sentences: 25 penalty units (or 30 days in default) for charlatanic advertising, and 15 years with hard labor each for two counts of defrauding by false pretenses. Feeling aggrieved, she moved swiftly to appeal, with no hearing date yet set. On July 9, 2025, her legal team—led by Richard Asare Baffour—submitted their argument for bail pending appeal.

In their court documents, the defense contends that there are significant legal flaws in both the conviction and sentencing, pointing to what they describe as bias on the part of the trial judge. They argue the appeal has a strong basis and justifies Nana Agradaa’s release pending its resolution.

To strengthen their request, Nana Agradaa’s lawyers assure the court that she will comply entirely with bail conditions. Their proposal includes a promise to make herself available when summoned and not to influence witnesses or obstruct the legal process. They have also presented sureties and sufficient security in support of the bail bond.

This legal maneuver comes as Nana Agradaa continues to challenge her conviction, raising constitutional questions around procedural fairness, judicial impartiality, and the rights of the accused. Her case—high-profile and polarizing—has already sparked public debate and intense media coverage.

With the bail pending appeal request now before the court, attention turns to whether Nana Agradaa will be granted temporary freedom while her appeal proceeds. The outcome will be closely watched, not only for its impact on her personal liberty but also for its implications on access to justice for public figures facing similar legal challenges.