Musah Ahmed decries political interference in Chairman Wontumi’s case – Nsemkeka
Private legal practitioner and lead counsel at Ahmed Legal Consult, Musah Ahmed, has raised strong concerns over what he describes as excessive political interference in the ongoing criminal investigation involving Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.
Chairman Wontumi is currently under investigation by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) for alleged involvement in fraud, causing financial loss to the state, and money laundering. His arrest and subsequent detention have stirred controversy, with members of the New Patriotic Party reportedly attempting to influence the process.
Speaking on JoyNews’ AM News, Mr Ahmed condemned the political actions surrounding the case, arguing that such interference undermines the integrity of the legal process. “The political interference in this matter is too much. We need to speak out against it. The accused person has a lawyer representing him, so why are politicians interfering? You don’t help someone secure bail by marching to occupy the very institution investigating corruption or crime,” he stated.
Mr Ahmed described the conduct of party members as a clear attempt to pressure EOCO. “In my opinion, they are interfering with the investigation. They are putting undue pressure on EOCO. Why haven’t they done the same for ordinary people arrested for theft?” he queried.
In a related development, Chairman Wontumi has withdrawn a legal motion filed at the High Court in Accra seeking a review of his bail conditions. The motion, originally scheduled for hearing on Tuesday, 3 June 2025, was officially withdrawn by his legal team on Monday, 2 June.
Deputy Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Justice Srem-Sai, confirmed last week that Chairman Wontumi remains under active investigation, and that asset recovery measures are being pursued as part of the case.
Mr Ahmed’s comments come as calls grow louder for a depoliticised judicial process, with legal experts and civil society organisations urging respect for the rule of law in all high-profile cases.