Wontumi's Arrest: NPP Executives Allege Due Process Violation

Wontumi's Arrest Sparks Concerns in Ghana: NPP Executives Allege Abuse of Power Kumasi, Ghana – On May 30th, 2025, the Ashanti Regional Executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) held a press conference to express serious concerns about the arrest and subsequent treatment of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Wontumi. The executives allege that Wontumi's arrest was conducted in a manner that violated established principles of Ghanaian governance and due process. According to the press conference, Wontumi was arrested on May 27th, 2025, following an invitation from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID). While he cooperated with the initial invitation, the executives claim that he was later ambushed and taken away by operatives, denying him access to a medical facility of his choice. One executive stated, "We believe that this is not the system of governance that Ghanaians subscribed to." The NPP executives highlighted the apparent show of force during the arrest and the alleged inhumane treatment of those present at Wontumi's residence. They emphasized the importance of due process and the rule of law in a democratic system, citing the words of Lord Hewart: "There cannot be anything of greater consequence than to keep the streams of justice clear and pure." The executives called upon those in power to ensure that future arrests and investigations adhere to these principles. The incident has raised questions about the balance between law enforcement and respect for individual rights in Ghana. The press conference served as a platform to voice these concerns and advocate for a more just and transparent system of governance.