Wontumi Released: NIB Denies Involvement, EOCO to Decide

Chairman Wontumi Released: NIB Denies Involvement, EOCO to Issue Directives On May 30, 2025, Chairman Wontumi was released following his arrest. The National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) issued a statement clarifying their non-involvement in the case, emphasizing that only the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) holds the authority to provide directives. The release followed a meeting between NIB officials and Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who later commented on the situation. "We could not see Chairman Wontumi," stated Afenyo-Markin, "NIB says he is not their suspect." The incident occurred outside the NIB office, where a substantial crowd had gathered. The video footage provides a visual record of this event, showing the scene's intensity and the public's interest in the case. The situation remains under investigation, with further updates expected from EOCO.