Chairman Wontumi's lawyers completed all bail requirements but face a new legal obstacle blocking his release. Lead attorney Andy Appiah-Kubi confirmed they secured both required sureties for the 50 million cedi bond. Former agriculture minister Bryan Acheampong provided crucial help with surety documentation. His property documents exceed the required monetary value for the bail terms. The legal team had struggled to find a second surety until Acheampong stepped forward.
A fresh court application filed Friday prevents Wontumi from leaving detention despite meeting conditions. Appiah-Kubi said someone filed this application to block their progress without his knowledge. EOCO officers prepared to inspect surety properties but cannot...
Dormaahene Freduah Agyemang Badu wants John Mahama to examine the National Cathedral project after winning elections. The traditional ruler spoke during Mahama's visit to Bono Region on Friday May 30th. He asked the former president to look into how officials spent 58 million dollars on the building project. Agyemang Badu said Mahama should not fear powerful people when seeking truth about the money. The chief believes transparency will help restore public trust in government spending.
Agyemang Badu admitted he does not know all facts about the cathedral construction problems. He said investigators must examine the project regardless of who made the decisions. The chief mentioned pastors and other leaders might face questions about...
Dormaahene Fredua Agyemang Badu criticized how Alexander Afenyo-Markin protested at EOCO offices recently. The chief made funny remarks about the minority leader sitting on the floor during demonstrations. Opposition lawmakers went to demand freedom for NPP chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako. Boasiako faces investigation for money problems at a government bank. The traditional ruler said politicians should show more dignity during public actions.
Agyemang Badu offered to send someone with a chair next time Afenyo-Markin protests anywhere. He called the minority leader an honorable person who deserves better treatment from his own party. The chief believes politicians should maintain respect even during difficult times. Opposition members...
Peter Atupare will become the new dean at University of Ghana School of Law this August. The university registrar Emelia Agyei-Mensah made the announcement on May 30th. Atupare takes over from Raymond Atuguba who currently holds the position. He previously served as dean at University of Cape Coast law school. The appointment starts August 1st and marks a major leadership change.
Atupare earned his law doctorate from Queens University Canada and holds multiple degrees. He studied constitutional law, criminal law and human rights at top universities. His research covers tort law, administrative law and legal ethics areas. The professor completed his law qualifying certificate from Ghana School of Law recently. He also studied political...
Dr. Paa Kwesi Baidoo leads Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital as acting chief executive officer. He took his top directors to meet prison officials at Kumasi Central Prison on Tuesday. The hospital team wanted to build stronger ties with the regional prison system. They discussed better healthcare for prison officers and inmates across seven stations. The visit helped both groups plan future partnerships.
Prison commander James Mwinyelle welcomed the hospital delegation warmly. He thanked the medical center for years of steady support to all regional facilities. Mwinyelle asked the hospital to buy products from prison workshops. Inmates make uniforms, furniture and bottled water through these programs. The commander believes purchasing...
Dormaahene Dr. Fredua Agyemang Badu II spoke about the Chairman Wontumi case during a political gathering. The Bono Regional chief said authorities must follow the law fairly for everyone. He told people that wrong actions deserve legal consequences regardless of popularity or party membership. The traditional leader stressed that justice should work the same for all citizens. Officials investigate Wontumi for fraud and money laundering crimes against the government.
The chief admitted he likes Wontumi personally but supports proper legal procedures anyway. He believes investigations should continue when someone faces serious accusations. Dr. Agyemang Badu said even traditional rulers must face justice when they break laws. The...
NPP leaders searched everywhere for their missing regional chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako. Former Vice President Bawumia led party officials to multiple government buildings on Friday night. They visited the National Intelligence Bureau offices hoping to find Wontumi after his Tuesday arrest. Security officials turned the group away without allowing any meeting. The opposition party cannot locate their Ashanti leader despite extensive efforts.
Parliamentary members boycotted sessions and marched to EOCO headquarters demanding answers. Lawmakers sat outside the crime office building calling for justice. Officials told protesters that Wontumi was not held at their facility. The confusion forced politicians to leave and plan different...
Alexander Afenyo-Markin delivered sharp warnings to EOCO leader Raymond Archer during a heated protest. The Minority Leader spoke outside EOCO offices where party members gathered over Wontumi's arrest. Afenyo-Markin reminded Archer that his director position would not last forever. He criticized the crime office for avoiding discussions with political leaders. The warning came as tensions grow over the detention of the NPP regional chairman.
EOCO officials refuse to answer phone calls from opposition politicians seeking answers. Afenyo-Markin complained that staff members give empty promises during meetings. The anti-crime agency keeps delaying conversations about the controversial case. This behavior makes people suspect the office...
Frank Annoh-Dompreh attacked government investigators for targeting NPP chairman Wontumi. The Minority Chief Whip believes EOCO acts for political reasons rather than legal ones. He blasted former President John Mahama for staying quiet about the abuse of power. Annoh-Dompreh warned his party might protest again if the harassment continues. The politician thinks officials want to show where power really lies.
Wontumi refuses to eat anything during his detention at EOCO facilities. The Ashanti Regional chairman started a hunger strike but doctors will not share health information. Officials moved him to a medical clinic but family members cannot learn about his condition. EOCO staff block his lawyers from meeting with him during the...
