Wontumi visits NPP headquarters following release and shows gratitude to party supporters

On Tuesday, June 3, the day after his brief arrest ended, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), made a dramatic appearance at the party’s national offices in Accra.

Following his successful completion of his bail requirements, Wontumi was freed from the Economic and Organised Crime Office’s (EOCO) custody.

After spending a week in prison, Wontumi was met by throngs of ecstatic supporters upon his arrival at the location. He openly thanked the party leadership and grassroots members for their steadfast support throughout his incarceration.

Wontumi was wearing all-white clothing and was brimming with smiles and pleasantries, in contrast to his prior appearance on the day of his release, when observers reported he was ill.

He limped on the day of his release, but he even lifted one leg to demonstrate that he was well.

In an address, Chairman Wontumi singled out the NPP’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, for special appreciation, praising his leadership throughout his ordeal.

“I had to come and show how grateful I am. May God bless you. Everything will be fine,” Wontumi said.

Chairman Wontumi was granted bail to the tune of GH₵50 million with two sureties to be justified following his arrest on Tuesday, May 27, in connection with ongoing investigations into alleged fraud and money laundering.

It is not clear yet when the government will conclude investigations into the allegations and bring charges against the NPP firebrand.