Ghanaian Minority Caucus Demands Release of Chairman Wontumi in Heated EOCO Protest

Minority Caucus Protests Wontumi's Detention at EOCO Office in Ghana Accra, Ghana – May 29, 2025 – A significant political protest unfolded today outside the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) in Accra. The Minority Caucus in Parliament, led by Member of Parliament Alexander Afenyo-Markin, organized a demonstration demanding the immediate release of Chairman Wontumi, who has been in EOCO custody. The protest drew a large crowd, and the atmosphere was charged with tension. The video footage from Channel One TV vividly depicts the scene. Afenyo-Markin is seen addressing the crowd, his voice filled with urgency. "They are asking EOCO to vary these bail conditions," he stated, referring to the legal proceedings surrounding Wontumi's arrest. "Otherwise, we will remain here until Chairman Wontumi is released, or these bail conditions are changed." The video shows the crowd chanting and holding signs in support of their cause. The protest raises important questions about the ongoing legal case and the fairness of the detention. The Minority Caucus's actions underscore the political sensitivities surrounding the situation. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions within the Ghanaian political landscape. The protest concluded peacefully, but the situation remains unresolved. The demand for Chairman Wontumi's release continues to be a focal point of political discussion.