A judge in Accra has ruled against Chairman Wontumi. He had asked the court to dismiss the galamsey charges.
The court disagreed with his reasoning. This means the trial will continue.
Chairman Wontumi must now present his side of the story. The case involves allegations related to galamsey activities on a concession in Samreboi.
This decision came from a High Court in Accra. The details of the defence will be heard in upcoming sessions.