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 proceed due to legal restraints. The attorney expects to resolve this matter when court resumes Monday. Wontumi faces charges of fraud, money laundering and other financial crimes.
Appiah-Kubi dismissed rumors about Wontumi staging a hunger strike against his detention. The NPP chairman receives proper medical attention for his health concerns. Lawyers tried arranging a meeting with the former vice president but crowds made it difficult. The attorney remains confident about securing Wontumi's release after Monday's court session. Previous confusion existed about Wontumi's location among opposition leaders.
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 proceed due to legal restraints. The attorney expects to resolve this matter when court resumes Monday. Wontumi faces charges of fraud, money laundering and other financial crimes.
Appiah-Kubi dismissed rumors about Wontumi staging a hunger strike against his detention. The NPP chairman receives proper medical attention for his health concerns. Lawyers tried arranging a meeting with the former vice president but crowds made it difficult. The attorney remains confident about securing Wontumi's release after Monday's court session. Previous confusion existed about Wontumi's location among opposition leaders.
