Wontumi Supporters Storm BNI, Demand Release

Pro-Wontumi Protest Erupts Outside BNI Headquarters Accra, Ghana – A significant demonstration unfolded outside the Bureau of National Investigations (BNI) headquarters in Accra today, May 30, 2025. Hundreds of supporters of Chairman Wontumi, a prominent political figure, gathered to demand his immediate release. The protest, characterized by passionate chants and visible tension, lasted for several hours. Eyewitnesses reported a charged atmosphere, with supporters expressing their strong disapproval of Wontumi's detention. One protester, who identified himself only as Kofi, stated, "We won't leave until Chairman Wontumi is freed! This is unjust!" The video footage clearly shows the crowd's size and their emotional investment in the cause. While the BNI has yet to release an official statement, the protest highlights the significant public interest in the case and the strength of support for Chairman Wontumi. The event concluded peacefully, with supporters dispersing after several hours of demonstration. However, the protest serves as a clear indication of public sentiment regarding the ongoing situation.