Lawyer for the embattled New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has assured that his client will fully cooperate with investigations into the alleged illegal mining activities involving Akonta Mining Limited.

Addressing journalists on Monday, October 6, 2025, Andy Appiah-Kubi he stated, “If there is any reason you cannot respond, you make an application in writing, indicating why you are unable to appear at that time and pray for an agreed time for both parties to present themselves."

Chairman Wontumi to face CID on October 6

His remark follows caution by the Attorney General, Dr Domini Akuritinga Ayine on Friday, October 3, 2025, that Chairman Wontumi would face arrest should he fail to appear before investigators by October 6, 2025.

Galamsey: Wontumi faces arrest if he fails to report to Accra on October 6 - AG

Dr Ayine further revealed that charges against the NPP Regional Chairman had already been signed.

Chairman Wontumi is being probed for his alleged involvement in illegal mining activities.

According to the Attorney General, progress on the case had been delayed because vital dockets were concealed under the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo led administration.

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