Ghanaian NPP Chairman Detained Amidst Illegal Mining Probe

Ghanaian Politics: EOCO Detains NPP's Ashanti Regional Chairman. The Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) in Ghana has detained Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The arrest stems from an ongoing investigation into illegal mining activities. Hamza Suhuyini, a member of parliament, commented on the #AMShow, stating, "I believe EOCO is legally authorized to carry out this investigation." The exact details of the allegations against Chairman Wontumi remain undisclosed, but reports suggest they involve his financial transactions with Ghana Exim Bank. Legal experts are divided on the necessity of the arrest, with some questioning whether an invitation for questioning would have sufficed. The incident underscores the complexities of investigating high-profile individuals within Ghana's political landscape. The ongoing investigation will likely shed more light on the matter in the coming days.