Ghana Protest: Supporters Demand Release of Chairman Wontumi After NIB Detention

Protest Erupts Outside Ghana's National Intelligence Bureau Following Wontumi's Detention Kumasi, Ghana – On May 30th, 2025, a demonstration unfolded outside the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) in Kumasi, Ghana. Supporters of Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, gathered to protest his detention. The protest, captured on video, showed a significant crowd chanting slogans and expressing their discontent. One protester stated, "We demand Chairman Wontumi's immediate release! His arrest is unjust!" The video footage shows interactions between protesters and security personnel, highlighting the tense atmosphere. While the specific reasons for Wontumi's detention remain unclear, the protest underscores the ongoing political tensions in the Ashanti region and the strong public support for the chairman. The incident raises questions about due process and the potential for further unrest. Authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the situation.