Ghana Protest: Supporters Demand Release of Detained Chairman Wontumi

Protests Erupt Outside Ghana's National Intelligence Bureau Amidst Wontumi's Detention Kumasi, Ghana – On May 30th, 2025, a demonstration unfolded outside the premises of the National Intelligence Bureau in Kumasi, Ghana. Supporters of Ashanti Regional Chairman Wontumi gathered to voice their opposition to his ongoing detention. The protest, captured on video by citizen journalist sikaofficial1, shows a sizable crowd chanting slogans and holding up images of the detained chairman. The atmosphere was charged with emotion. One participant, whose face is partially obscured in the video, is heard shouting, "We demand Wontumi's release!" Another protester, a woman wearing a red shirt with Wontumi's image, is seen raising her fist in defiance. While the protest remained largely peaceful, the video underscores the significant public concern surrounding the situation. The video's release adds to the ongoing dialogue surrounding the detention of Chairman Wontumi and the broader political landscape in the Ashanti Region. The incident highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in the legal process and the strength of public sentiment in response to political events.