Otumfuo’s Chief Linguist, Nana Kofi Owusu, has directed the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), headed by Justin Frimpong Kodua, to bring the Regional Chairman of the Party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Wontumi, before the Asanteman Council within a week.
This directive was issued during a meeting held on January 22 at the Manhyia Palace. This follows alleged derogatory remarks he made against the Asantehene about a fortnight ago.
Chairman Wontumi is expected to make an appearance with Lawyer Maurice Ampaw who is also alleged to have made similar derogatory statements on radio.
Speaking on behalf of Wontumi, the NPP General Secretary pleaded that the accused had taken ill and requested two weeks for his recovery.
Nana Kofi Owusu explicitly conveyed to the NPP delegation that they must ensure the presence of Wontumi at the Council, emphasizing that this mandate stands, even if he is currently indisposed due to illness.
Chairman Wontumi was initially expected to make an appearance today, January 22, 2024, at the Manhyia Palace, however, he failed to for health reasons.
This development follows a recent incident where a group of Kumasi market women sought intervention from Manhyia to ban Chairman Wontumi. Additionally, the Ashanti Youth Association has already imposed a ban, prohibiting Wontumi from setting foot on their soil.
The directive from Otumfuo’s Chief Linguist adds a new dimension to the ongoing concerns surrounding Chairman Wontumi’s activities within the region.
