The Accra High Court has ordered Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, to start defending himself in an illegal mining case. He is the New Patriotic Party's Ashanti regional chairman.
The case concerns a mining concession reportedly operated by his company, Akonta Mining, in Samreboi in the Western Region. This action follows previous proceedings in the court.
The court issued the directive requiring him to open his defence on Monday, March 16. This means he must now present his side of the story regarding the charges.
Chairman Wontumi and Akonta Mining are the subjects of this legal action. The specific details of the charges relate to alleged illegal mining activities.
The Judicial Service announced the court's decision. Further court dates will be scheduled for the continuation of the defence proceedings.
This legal process is part of the ongoing efforts to address illegal mining activities across the country.