GHS50 Million Bail Granted to Ghanaian NPP Chairman

Ghanaian NPP Official Granted Bail After Arrest: JoyNews Reports from EOCO Headquarters The Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) in Accra, Ghana, granted bail to Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The bail amount is a substantial GHS50 million, requiring two sureties. The arrest and subsequent bail have generated significant attention in Ghana's political landscape. JoyNews provided live coverage from outside the EOCO headquarters. Their reporter interviewed Andy Appiah Kubi, one of Chairman Wontumi's lawyers. Mr. Kubi confirmed the bail, saying, "He has been granted bail, and we are working around the clock to meet the bail conditions so he can go home." The video also depicts the scene outside EOCO, showing police presence and a number of party supporters. The atmosphere is tense but orderly. While the specific charges against Chairman Wontumi remain unclear, the high bail amount underscores the seriousness of the situation. The JoyNews report offers a real-time account of the event, providing valuable insights into the unfolding situation. The successful fulfillment of the bail conditions will mark a significant development in this case.