The Criminal Court 4 in Accra has ordered Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also called Wontumi, to start his defence in a mining case. This court handles criminal matters.
Wontumi is accused of permitting two individuals to mine on his concession. This allegedly happened without the required approval from the ministry.
The judge determined that the prosecution had presented enough evidence to require a defence. This ruling allows the trial to move forward.
The Judicial Service oversees court proceedings like this one.
The next steps in the legal process will involve Wontumi presenting his evidence and witnesses.