Ghanaian MP Defends Wontumi's Arrest: Political Persecution or Justice?

Ghanaian MP Defends EOCO's Arrest of Wontumi: Political Persecution or Law Enforcement? The recent arrest of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, aka Wontumi, by Ghana's Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) has sparked controversy. Charles Bawaduah, MP for Bongo, offered his perspective in an interview with Channel One TV. He stated, "You need this man, you see the man, you pick the man up… There’s nothing wrong with picking him up!" Bawaduah explained that similar arrests are commonplace and shouldn't be perceived as politically motivated. He emphasized the ongoing legal procedures and his efforts to help his constituents obtain bail. The interview highlights the complexities of the situation and the debate surrounding the arrest's implications.