The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has reportedly been granted bail in the sum of GH¢1 million.

His trial is expected to commence today, Tuesday, October 7, 2025.

According to a graphic.com.gh report on October 7, 2025, Chairman Wontumi is facing charges related to alleged illegal mining activities.

Chairman Wontumi charged with mining without license - Lawyer

These charges were brought against him following his appearance at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service in Accra on Monday, October 6, 2025.

His bail was granted after he complied with a directive from the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine, to present himself before the CID for questioning.

Wontumi appeared before the CID after an earlier warning from the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine.

“The charges against Wontumi and Akonta Mining have been signed. He should be here on Monday [October 6, 2025]. If he doesn’t come by Monday, I will order his arrest, and his charges will be read to him,” Dr Ayine stated.

Providing an update on his client’s demeanour ahead of the court proceedings, Appiah Kubi stated that he remains hopeful the court will take a fair and judicious decision.

"Chairman has been well composed, and expecting that tomorrow when we go to court, all of us will help the court in taking a decision that is judicious," he stated.

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The charges against Wontumi are linked to alleged illegal mining activities by Akonta Mining, a company the NPP chairman owns.



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