Minister for Finance Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has lavished praise on Sammy Gyamfi, Chief Executive Officer of Goldbod, describing his performance as extraordinary and far exceeding normal public-sector timelines.

According to Dr. Forson, the level of progress recorded at Goldbod within a single year is the kind of achievement that would typically take at least five years under conventional government processes.

Explaining the rationale behind the creation of Goldbod, the Finance Minister said the initiative was conceived after tackling Ghana’s immediate economic pressures.

“I had to deal with inflation and confront the structural challenges—how to build reserves and stabilise the currency,” he explained. “Goldbod has been a long-standing idea of mine. Once it was ready, the next challenge was finding the right person to lead it.”

That choice, he noted, became clear.

“Sammy Gyamfi always stood out. The President selected him, and he’s a young man full of drive and purpose. It’s not easy to find people with that level of energy, determination and commitment,” Dr. Forson said.

He emphasised that leadership selection goes beyond credentials. “You have to study people to understand who can actually deliver. We believed he was the right person—and the results have proven that.”

Dr. Forson said the pace and depth of reforms under Gyamfi’s leadership have been exceptional.

“Honestly, the work he has done in just a few months is what would normally take someone five years. I truly salute him,” he added.

Under Gyamfi’s stewardship, Goldbod has reportedly seen improved operational efficiency, stronger institutional systems, tighter financial discipline, and renewed public confidence.

The Finance Minister noted that Goldbod’s progress illustrates how focused leadership, accountability and a sense of urgency can dramatically compress timelines without sacrificing governance or transparency.

He reaffirmed government’s commitment to backing institutions and leaders who deliver measurable results, protect public resources, and demonstrate value for money in the management of the nation’s finances.