Ghanaian MPs Besiege EOCO Headquarters Demanding Release of Chairman Wontumi

Accra, Ghana – May 29, 2025 witnessed a significant political demonstration outside the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) headquarters. Minority Members of Parliament (MPs) staged a protest, demanding the immediate release of Chairman Wontumi, whose arrest has sparked controversy. The video footage from Channel One TV captures the intensity of the event. The MPs, surrounded by a large crowd, voiced their concerns about the arrest, emphasizing the potential threat to the rule of law in Ghana. One MP stated, "What happened to Wontumi is nothing short of a national disgrace." The protest underscores the deep political divisions within Ghana and highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding the legal process. The situation remains fluid, with the ongoing demand for Chairman Wontumi's release.