Wontumi being investigated for fraud, money laundering – Deputy AG

Deputy Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Justice Srem-Sai, confirmed an investigation into Bernard Antwi Boasiako. He is also known as Chairman Wontumi. The investigation involves serious criminal offences like fraud, financial loss to the state, and money laundering.

Justice Srem-Sai shared this information on his official X account. The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) is handling the investigation. They are already working on asset recovery to secure suspected crime proceeds.

The Deputy Attorney General stated that Wontumi is under investigation for various crimes. He emphasized that this includes preventing further dissipation of suspected crime proceeds.

There is also a second, more complex investigation ongoing. This phase relates to a larger international organised crime network. EOCO is collaborating with global law enforcement partners in this effort.

This news comes amid rising political tensions in Ghana. The NPP Minority in Parliament claims political persecution against Wontumi. They accuse President John Mahama of targeting him for political reasons.

Chairman Wontumi is the NPP’s Ashanti Regional Chairman. He plays a significant role in the party's campaign efforts. EOCO has not yet commented on the investigation details.

The Deputy Attorney General's statement confirms the serious nature of the allegations against Wontumi.