The state has filed criminal charges against Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi. He is the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party.
This legal action follows allegations of fraud involving Ghana EXIM Bank. The total amount involved is GH₵30 million.
Court filings detail accusations of financial loss to the state-owned bank. The case is now proceeding through the judicial system.
No further details were immediately available regarding the specific nature of the alleged fraud.
The prosecution will present its case before the court.
The Ghana EXIM Bank is a financial institution supporting export and import trade.
This development marks a significant legal challenge for the regional party chairman.
The court will hear evidence from both the prosecution and the defence.