A High Court in Accra has ordered Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, to present his defence. This is in relation to charges concerning illegal mining.
The case involves mining activities on a concession located at Samreboi in the Western Region. Chairman Wontumi is the regional chairman for the NPP in the Ashanti Region.
The court made the decision on Monday, March 16. This means the legal proceedings against him and his company, Akonta Mining, will move to the next stage.
Details about specific charges and evidence will be presented as the defence opens. This is a significant step in the ongoing legal process.
The Judicial Service oversees these court proceedings. Further updates will be provided as the case progresses through the court system.