Lawyer Richard Baffour, legal counsel for evangelist Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, has revealed that his first encounter with his client left a negative impression and nearly prevented him from taking up her case.
Speaking in an interview on Accra-based Angel FM, the lawyer disclosed that he was initially unwilling to represent Agradaa due to the image she had created for herself on social media.
According to him, the numerous controversial videos and posts circulating online had shaped his perception of her, making him hesitant to be associated with her in any professional capacity.
“The first time I met my client, I did not like her. This was because of all the things that I had seen on social media about her,” he admitted.
Lawyer Baffour explained that his attitude during their first meeting reflected his reservations, noting that he did not even respond when Agradaa greeted him.
“When she greeted me the first time we met, I did not respond,” he said, adding that his opinion gradually changed after spending more time with her.
He stated that further interactions revealed a side of Agradaa that was completely different from her public persona.
“But when I got closer to her, I noticed she’s totally different from what she portrays outside. With time, I realised she was not that kind of person,” he added.
Curious about the contrast between her real-life personality and her online image, Lawyer Baffour said he questioned her about it.
“I asked her, ‘Why would you put up this behaviour on social media if it doesn’t represent who you actually are?’” he recounted.
According to him, Agradaa responded by explaining that her social media conduct was part of her branding strategy.
“She told me social media is her brand and that she is actually a very nice person,” the lawyer said.
