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Chairman Wontumi is a political prisoner - Sylvester Tetteh
Aspiring General Secretary of the NPP, Sylvester Tetteh New Patriotic Party (NPP) General Secretary hopeful Sylvester Tetteh has described Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, as a political prisoner following his conviction and sentencing.
In a statement issued on July 23, 2026, under his campaign for the NPP General Secretary position, Tetteh expressed solidarity with Chairman Wontumi, arguing that the conviction raises serious concerns about the administration of justice.
The NPP General Secretary aspirant further called on members and supporters of the party to remain calm while rallying behind Chairman Wontumi.
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