We need prayers - Wontumi's lawyer appeals as High Court hears criminal cases
Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, 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 only thing is that we need prayers. We're working hard on these three cases." 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.
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. The charge sheet states that 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.
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Chairman Wontumi's lawyer is asking for prayers as the NPP stalwart faces criminal charges in court - cases involving alleged financial misconduct. The legal team is working hard, but they believe something else is needed as proceedings continue.
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