Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Andreas Kamasah
Published on 2024-01-29 15:46:12
Chairman Wontumi was accused of wronging the Asantehene during a vetting process, but he vehemently denied these accusations during the subsequent hearing. The Kokosuhene, Nana Kwaku Duah, stood by his claims, leading to a thorough investigation by the Kumasi Traditional Council.
During the investigation, the council dismissed the allegations and urged both parties to resolve their differences without involving the Asantehene. Bantamhene, Baffour Owusu Amankwaatie VI, who delivered the judgment, cautioned chiefs against engaging in political activities during the intense campaigning for the upcoming 2024 general elections.
Baffour Owusu Amankwaatie VI emphasized the need for peace and unity, urging all parties involved to settle their scores amicably. As a result, the Kumasi Traditional Council declared Chairman Wontumi free of any charges, signaling the end of the investigation.
The council also called for calm among the populace as it prepares to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Asantehene. The ruling comes as a relief for Chairman Wontumi and the NPP, allowing them to focus on their preparations for the upcoming elections without the shadow of the allegations looming over them.
Additionally, the Kumasi Traditional Council released a statement clearing Wontumi of any wrongdoing, labeling the accusations as false and malicious misrepresentations of the events that transpired during the vetting process. This resulted in a thorough investigation by the council, ultimately leading to the dismissal of the allegations and the call for an amicable resolution.
The council’s ruling has given Chairman Wontumi and the NPP the freedom to focus on their political preparations without the weight of the prior allegations. It has also emphasized the importance of peace and unity, and the need for resolving disputes amicably. Overall, the decision by the Kumasi Traditional Council has brought closure to the controversy and allowed the involved parties to move forward with their respective agendas.
