Minority Caucus Ends Boycott, Resumes Parliamentary Duties Amid Wontumi Bail Dispute

Minority Caucus Ends Boycott, Resumes Parliamentary Duties Amid Wontumi Bail Dispute

The Minority Caucus in Ghana’s Parliament has reversed its boycott and resumed participation in parliamentary proceedings, despite ongoing protests over the GH₵50 million bail conditions imposed on Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

On Thursday, May 29, 2025, the Minority staged a walkout from Parliament and marched to the EOCO office to protest Chairman Wontumi’s detention.

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The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor, addressed the Minority’s concerns by stating that Parliament lacks the constitutional authority to intervene in matters under the jurisdiction of the judiciary or security institutions. He advised the Minority to seek legal redress in court if they believe the bail conditions are excessive.

Chairman Wontumi remains in EOCO custody, having failed to meet the bail conditions. He is under investigation for alleged fraud, causing financial loss to the state, and money laundering.

The Minority’s return to Parliament indicates a strategic shift, balancing their protest against what they perceive as politically motivated legal actions with their legislative responsibilities.

Minority Makes ‘U-Turn’, Appears in Parliament Despite Wontumi Bail Protest

Leadership and members of the Minority Caucus were present in Parliament today, despite earlier declarations to boycott proceedings over EOCO’s GH₵50 million bail condition for Chairman Wontumi… pic.twitter.com/akN3FiswUx

— ChannelOne TV (@Channel1TVGHA) May 30, 2025

Source: GhanaWeb.com