Ghana's New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Ashanti Region has seen a significant leadership transition, with Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) replaced by COKA, marking a new era for the party.

This Sunday's edition of JoyNews' 'The Law' will examine two significant recent court decisions in Ghana: the Akonta Mining judgement, which saw NPP's Bernard Antwi Boasiako sentenced, and the Sedina judgement.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Wontumi, plans to appeal his conviction related to illegal mining next week and will seek bail pending the appeal. His lawyer, Atta Akyea, stated that Wontumi should not be made a scapegoat to deter illegal mining.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Ghana's Ashanti Region has announced plans for a massive show of solidarity, including a vigil, for its regional chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, as legal processes to appeal his conviction and sentencing get underway.

The High Court of Justice (Criminal Court 4) in Accra, Ghana, presided over by Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, has delivered its judgment in the case of The Republic v. Bernard Antwi Boasiako @ Chairman Wontumi, Kwame Antwi, and Akonta Mining Company Limited.

Ghana's Deputy Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Justice Srem-Sai, has defended the High Court's decision not to refer constitutional questions to the Supreme Court in the trial of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako.

The Minority in Ghana's Parliament has described the High Court judgment sentencing NPP's Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), to 20 years' imprisonment as fundamentally flawed and vows legal and parliamentary action.

The Media Coalition Against Galamsey says the 20-year prison sentence handed to New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, must…

The Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has said the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly…

The Office of the Attorney General in Ghana has opposed an application to postpone the judgment in the ongoing criminal trial of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi.

The High Court (Criminal Division) in Accra dismissed an application by lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi to withdraw his legal representation in the ongoing criminal case involving Akonta Mining Company Limited, Kwame Antwi, and the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Wontumi.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, has declared his intention to run for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Chairman position, asserting his readiness to unite the party and lead it to victory in 2028. He emphasized his experience and loyalty, dismissing concerns about past court cases affecting his political ambitions.

Stanley Nii Adjiri Blankson, a veteran stalwart of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and former Accra Mayor, has endorsed Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Wontumi, for the NPP National Chairmanship position.

An Accra court has issued a final deadline of May 28, 2026, for Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, to present any additional witnesses in his ongoing criminal trial.

The campaign team of Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) has condemned insults and personal attacks circulating on social media. They urged restraint and decorum as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) continues its internal campaign.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, has filed an application challenging a High Court decision that dismissed his submission of no case.

Dr Kwabena Bempah Tandoh, a former Deputy Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), has finally put to rest the long-standing public scepticism regarding the educational background of the NPP’s Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

Ghana's Attorney-General has filed documents opposing the bail application by Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, who was convicted for illegal mining, stating his appeal has no reasonable chance of success.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, has formally appealed his conviction in the high-profile Samreboi illegal mining case.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Ghana's Ashanti Region is mobilizing hundreds of members and supporters for a solidarity visit to their Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, at Nsawam Prison.

Mustapha Gbande, Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has stated that NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, is the first casualty of "oral," suggesting others may follow.

Ghanaian lawyer Atta Akyea clarified his absence during a High Court judgment for his client, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, stating he was attending his daughter's graduation in the UK.

Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, spokesperson for Ghana's NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, stated that the convicted politician's last words to him were a charge to work hard and return the NPP to power.

Former New Edubiase Member of Parliament, George Oduro, has raised concerns regarding a judge's conduct in Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako’s galamsey case, questioning why a single judge is presiding over multiple cases involving the NPP.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of Ghana's New Patriotic Party, has sworn into office the newly elected Bantama Constituency Executives, urging them to unite and focus on reclaiming power in 2028.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, has declared his unwavering commitment to ensuring Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia becomes Ghana's President in 2028. Meanwhile, Sammi Awuku has urged Bawumia to disregard distractions and focus on his political objectives.

The Attorney-General in Ghana has filed a preliminary legal objection at the High Court in Accra, seeking to block an application by defence lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi to withdraw from the ongoing criminal case involving Ashanti Regional New Patriotic Party Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Wontumi.

During the cross-examination in the ongoing Samreboi illegal mining case involving Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), the fourth defense witness, a former Western Regional Minister, admitted he did not witness a key deal related to the case.

An Accra High Court in Ghana has rejected two pictures that the prosecution attempted to tender as evidence through its third witness in the ongoing illegal mining case involving Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Wontumi.

Former National Chairman of Ghana's New Patriotic Party (NPP), Freddie Blay, has publicly expressed strong support for Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, in his bid for the party's national chairmanship.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, has expressed condolences following the death of Maxwell Kofi Anti, an aide to the Oda MP, in the Oda-Nkwanta road crash, extending sympathy to all victims.

An Accra High Court has dismissed a no-case submission filed by Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi. The court subsequently ordered the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman to open his defence in an alleged illegal mining case. Justice Audrey Kokuvie Tay ruled on Monday that the prosecution had successfully established a […]

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of Ghana's New Patriotic Party (NPP), has filed an application at the High Court seeking bail. This comes after his imprisonment, pending the determination of his appeal against conviction.

Legal expert Martin Kpebu suggested that the ongoing legal vacation could delay Bernard Antwi Boasiako's (Wontumi) bail application, while Appiah-Kubi claimed Wontumi was aware he would be convicted.

Akonta Mining Company Limited and its director, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, are embroiled in a significant natural resource litigation case in Ghana concerning unratified leases and alleged civil trespass.

Mustapha Gbande, Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), asserts that the evidence leading to the conviction of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, was constructed by the NPP itself.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Wontumi, is appealing his 20-year conviction for illegal mining, citing over 20 legal errors and constitutional breaches. Minority MPs in Ghana's Parliament protested the sentence by wearing black.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Wontumi, has been convicted for illegal mining, with public figures like Inusah Fuseini stating that the verdict signals the end of political protection for those involved in such activities.

The campaign team of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, is awaiting a decision on whether he can continue his bid for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) national chairmanship race following his recent jail sentence.

The Campaign Secretariat of Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has defended his decision to swear in some newly…

The High Court in Accra has scheduled July 20 for judgment in the criminal trial of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, related to mining activities.

Public attention is on a high-stakes legal battle in Ghana, 'The Republic v. Bernard Antwi Boasiako & 2 Others (the Samaraboi / Akonta Mining case)', where lead defense counsel Andy Appiah-Kubi has filed an application to withdraw.

Defence counsel for Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Wontumi, has informed an Accra High Court of their intention to call Detective Chief Inspector Eugene Akpoh Glover as a key witness in the Tano Nnimire case.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, an aspirant for National Chairman and current Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), stated that his political journey has been shaped by hardship and party trust, affirming his commitment to deliver.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi and the NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, has denied allegations that he authorized a prosecution witness to conduct mining activities on Akonta Mining's concession.

Haruna Mohammed, Deputy General Secretary of Ghana's New Patriotic Party, has publicly defended Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, against criminal charges related to an Exim Bank loan facility.

A High Court judge clashed with lawyers representing Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, during proceedings for alleged illegal mining activities.

An Accra High Court is scheduled to rule on March 16 on a no-case submission filed by Mr. Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, in an alleged illegal mining case.