A court in Accra has instructed Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, to defend himself in an illegal mining case. He is the Ashanti regional chairman for the NPP political party.
The case relates to mining activities on a concession owned by his company, Akonta Mining. This concession is located in Samreboi in the Western Region.
The court delivered its order on Monday, March 16. This means the legal proceedings will move to the next stage.
Chairman Wontumi and Akonta Mining will now present their side of the story regarding the allegations. The court's decision requires them to formally respond to the charges.
The judiciary mandates that individuals accused of wrongdoing have the opportunity to present a defence. This ensures a fair legal process for all parties involved.