Chairman Wontumi Remains in Custody Despite Meeting Bail Conditions
Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi and the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), continues to be held in custody by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) despite meeting stringent bail conditions. A new legal application has emerged, preventing his immediate release. BackgroundChairman Wontumi was arrested on May 27, 2025, by EOCO on allegations of fraud, money laundering, and other financial crimes. He was granted bail set at GH₵50 million, requiring two justified sureties. Initially, his legal team struggled to meet these conditions, securing only one surety until May 30. Former Minister for Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, played a pivotal role by providing property documentation exceeding the required value, thus fulfilling the bail conditions. Legal Complication Delays ReleaseDespite satisfying the bail requirements, Chairman Wontumi's release has been delayed due to a new legal […]