A High Court in Accra has instructed Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, to begin his defence. He is the New Patriotic Party's Ashanti regional chairman. This order relates to charges concerning illegal mining activities.
The mining is alleged to have taken place on a concession belonging to Chairman Wontumi. The location of the concession is Samreboi in the Western Region of Ghana. This ruling follows proceedings in the Accra High Court.
The court issued its order on Monday, March 16. Chairman Wontumi and his company, Akonta Mining, are the parties involved in the case. They must now present their side of the story to the judge.
Details about the specific illegal mining activities are part of the court's ongoing case. The prosecution has presented its evidence. Chairman Wontumi and Akonta Mining will now have the chance to respond to these claims.
This development marks a significant step in the legal proceedings. The court's decision requires the accused to formally address the allegations raised against them.
The case continues as the court seeks to establish the facts surrounding the mining operations.