A High Court has decided that the trial for Chairman Wontumi and Akonta Mining will begin on April 22. This date has been officially set by the court.
The charges relate to alleged illegal mining operations. These activities are said to have occurred inside the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve.
Both Chairman Wontumi and the company Akonta Mining will face these charges in court. The legal process for this case will now move forward.
The Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve is a protected area. Illegal mining can cause significant damage to the environment.
Authorities are pursuing legal action to address the alleged offenses. The outcome of the trial will determine any penalties.
The court aims to establish the facts of the case through the upcoming proceedings.