Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Wontumi, must now defend himself in court. This is in connection with charges related to mining activities.
The Criminal Court 4 Division of the High Court in Accra issued the order. It relates to allegations that two individuals mined on his concession without necessary official permission.
The trial judge decided that the prosecution had presented enough evidence. This led to the ruling that Wontumi must now present his defense.
The specific details of the mining operation and the alleged lack of ministerial approval are central to the case.
The court's decision moves the trial forward. Wontumi will have the opportunity to respond to the charges brought against him.