The Accra High Court issued a bench warrant on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, for the arrest of New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Wontumi.
The presiding judge ordered the immediate arrest of the prominent politician after he failed to appear in court for his ongoing criminal trial. According to court records, Wontumi neither obtained prior permission nor provided any justifiable explanation for his absence.
The bench warrant represents a serious escalation in the legal proceedings against the high-profile NPP chairman, whose case has been closely watched in political circles. The warrant authorizes law enforcement agencies to apprehend Wontumi and bring him before the court to face the criminal charges against him.
Legal experts note that bench warrants are typically issued when a defendant willfully disregards court proceedings, underscoring the judiciary’s authority to ensure compliance with legal processes regardless of a defendant’s political stature.
The development marks another chapter in the ongoing legal challenges facing the NPP regional chairman, whose case has attracted significant public attention since its inception. Further details regarding the specific charges and next steps in the legal process are expected to emerge as the situation develops.
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