Ghanaian Opposition Leader Condemns Wontumi's Arrest as 'Show of Power'

The arrest of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has sparked a heated debate in Ghana. The arrest, which occurred on May 30, 2025, outside the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) office, has been described by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin as a "show of power." In a live interview with Channel One TV, Afenyo-Markin stated, "What is happening to Wontumi now is just a show of power." He expressed concerns about the circumstances of the arrest, suggesting that due process may not have been followed. The video shows Afenyo-Markin surrounded by a group of people outside the NIB office, emphasizing the political tension surrounding the event. The incident highlights the ongoing political climate in Ghana and raises questions about the treatment of political figures. The arrest's impact on the upcoming elections remains to be seen.