A High Court in Accra has dismissed a submission made by Chairman Wontumi. He had argued that there was no case for him to answer in the ongoing galamsey trial concerning the Samreboi concession.
The court found that there was enough evidence to proceed. Therefore, it has ordered Wontumi to begin presenting his defense.
This development means the legal process will continue with Wontumi having to explain his alleged involvement in galamsey activities.
The case involves allegations of illegal mining operations.
The specifics of the prosecution's case focus on the Samreboi concession.
Further court sessions will be needed to hear testimony and evidence from Wontumi's side.