Legal counsel for New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has called for prayers for his client as he appears before the Accra High Court for hearings in two of three ongoing criminal cases against him.
His lawyer, Andy Appiah-Kubi, speaking at the court premises on Tuesday, said the legal team is “working hard” on the cases but believes spiritual support is also needed as proceedings continue.
“The only thing is that we need prayers. We’re working hard on these three cases,” he said, adding that one of the matters involving EXIM Bank has been adjourned for a month to allow the prosecution to prepare and disclose documents for the defence to rely on.
He further expressed confidence in the judicial process, insisting that once all parties are fully heard, clarity would emerge for both the court and the public.
Appiah-Kubi referenced biblical and legal principles in his remarks, suggesting that fairness in adjudication requires that all sides be given the opportunity to present their case before judgment is made.
Meanwhile, court documents filed by the Prosecution Division of the Office of the Attorney-General on May 15, 2026, outline allegations involving financial misconduct connected to Ghana EXIM Bank.
Chairman Wontumi, 50, together with Thomas Antwi-Boasiako, who is currently at large, and Wontumi Farms Limited, are facing four charges including defrauding by false pretences, uttering forged documents, money laundering, and intentionally causing financial loss to a public body.
According to the charge sheet, the case involves allegations of altered financial receipts, non-existent farming operations, and significant financial loss to the state.
Wontumi was arrested, cautioned, and formally charged on May 14, 2026, before being arraigned at the High Court as proceedings continue.
