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Wontumi pays courtesy call on Nayiri, seeks blessings and unity for party
Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has paid a courtesy call on the Nayiri of the Mamprugu Traditional Area, Naa Bohagu Mahami Abdulai Sheriga, at his palace in Nalerigu in the North East Region yesterday March 11, 2026.
The visit formed part of his trip to the region where he met the traditional ruler and his council of elders.
Chairman Wontumi described the meeting as a special moment and an opportunity to show his respect and loyalty to the Nayiri, whom he considers a father figure.
He indicated that the Nayiri has always treated him like a son and part of the Mamprugu Traditional Area, adding that he was happy to see the traditional leader in strong health and high spirit.
According to him, the guidance and advice he has received from the Nayiri over the years have played an important role in shaping his spiritual and political life.
He explained that the trust and direction given to him by the traditional ruler have contributed to the person he has become today.
Chairman Wontumi noted that they discussed issues of mutual concern during the meeting and explored ways to inspire confidence and hope among the people.
He expressed gratitude to the Nayiri and his council of elders for their continued support and spiritual guidance.
He thanked the people of Nalerigu for the warm reception and prayed for good health and long life for the Nayiri.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Accra High Court of Ghana has granted bail in the sum of GH¢30 million to Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, in a major development in his ongoing extradition case.
Abu Trica as part of the bail condition is expected to provide two sureties.
His lawyer, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, disclosed the decision in a Facebook post on Tuesday.
Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, has been at the centre of a prolonged legal process to extradite him.
The latest ruling allows him temporary freedom while legal proceedings continue.
His legal team is expected to provide further updates on the next steps in court.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) today commenced its second Zonal Public Hearing in Kumasi Ashanti Region to examine the 2024 Auditor-General’s Report on public schools and District Assemblies yesterday, April 20, 2026.
In her opening remarks, the Chairperson of the Committee, Abena Osei Asare noted that the Committee will consider four (4) Auditor – General’s reports, namely, District Assembly Common Fund (DACF) & Other Statutory Funds, The Accounts of District Assemblies for the Financial Year (IGF), Pre-University Education Institutions and lastly Colleges of Education in the year ending 31st December 2024.
She assured the various District Assemblies and other institutions invited to respond to infractions cited in the Auditor-General’s report that the Committee would be transparent in asking questions as well as granting opportunities to all to explain issues to the Committee.
Abena Osei Asare, allowed the Ranking Member of the Committee, Samuel Atta Mills to chair the sitting with the explanation that her government was in power then, therefore she could not chair over Auditor-General reports of 2024.
