Wontumi's Bail Denied: 50 Million Cedis and a Crowd of Supporters Gather

Supporters of New Patriotic Party (NPP) chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, gathered outside the court in Accra, Ghana on May 30, 2025, following his arrest and denial of bail. The bail was set at a considerable 50 million Ghana cedis. A JoyNews reporter on the scene described the large crowd, stating, "...the crowd is such that they are not able to bring him here at the moment." The reporter conveyed the supporters' disappointment at not being able to see Wontumi and their intention to continue working towards his release through legal means. The incident highlights the ongoing political tensions in Ghana and the high stakes involved in the case. The video footage underscores the public's strong interest in the outcome.