An Accra High Court has dismissed a no-case submission made by Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi. This means he must now present his defense in a case concerning alleged illegal mining activities.
The ruling was made by Justice Audrey Kokuvie Tay on Monday. The court found that the prosecution had presented sufficient evidence to proceed.
Mr. Boasiako had asked the court to dismiss the case against him at this stage. He argued the prosecution had not proven its claims.
However, the judge disagreed, stating that the prosecution had established a case requiring Mr. Boasiako to respond.
The case will now continue with Mr. Boasiako presenting his evidence and arguments.
The specific details of the illegal mining allegations have not been fully detailed in the court filings.
This development indicates the legal proceedings in the alleged illegal mining case will move forward.