The 2024 Presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and former Vice president, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed deep concern over the arrest and continued detention of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Mr. Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.
In a statement shared on his Facebook page on Wednesday, May 28, Dr. Bawumia described the situation as troubling, especially given the lack of clarity surrounding the charges and the uncertainty of Mr. Wontumi’s current whereabouts.
“I am deeply concerned about the arrest and continued detention of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr. Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Wontumi), particularly as the charges remain vague, and his whereabouts remain unknown,” Dr. Bawumia said.
Reaffirming his belief in the rule of law, the NPP flagbearer emphasized that no one is above the law, but equally, no Ghanaian regardless of their political affiliation or status should be denied their constitutional rights.
“Justice and due process are not optional; they are the foundation of our democracy,” he noted.
Dr. Bawumia disclosed that he has been in regular contact with Mr. Wontumi’s legal team to ensure his rights are protected. He also commended the lawyers for their professionalism and vigilance in handling the case.
The former Vice President called on the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) and other relevant state institutions to act within the framework of the law and to uphold the constitutional rights of Chairman Wontumi.
“Any deviation from these principles risks undermining public trust in our justice system and weakening the democratic values we have worked hard to build,” he warned.
