A court has directed Bernard Antwi Boasiako, the NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, to answer charges related to illegal mining activities. He is also known as Wontumi.
His company, Akonta Mining Limited, has also been ordered to appear before the court.
The directive was issued by the Judicial Service on April 13, 2026.
This action follows previous investigations into illegal mining operations.
The specifics of the charges involve alleged galamsey activities.
Wontumi and Akonta Mining Limited must now present their defense.
This court order signifies a step forward in the legal process concerning environmental protection and mining laws.