The Constituency Chairman of New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Manhyia South, Richard Adjei Mensah Ofori Atta, known as ‘Tom Tom has declared his stance against apologizing to Bernard Antwi Boasiako, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the party, despite looming legal threats.
Chairman Wontumi, as he’s commonly referred to, expressed outrage over accusations made by Ofori Atta regarding alleged interference in the NPP’s running mate selection process.
Ofori Atta had insinuated that Wontumi was involved in trading the party’s vice-presidential slot.
Wontumi issued a 48-hour ultimatum for Ofori Atta to substantiate the claims or retract and apologise, warning of legal action otherwise.
“While the public is urged to dismiss and disregard these unfounded claims as they are bereft of, and lack, substance, Mr. Richard Adjei Mensah Ofori-Atta is given 48 hours to either substantiate these allegations or render an unqualified apology to Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako and the Party in the Ashanti Region.
“There would be no other option than to take legal action against him should he fail to do so,” the statement asserted.
In response, Ofori Atta remained resolute, stating that he won’t apologise to the Regional Chairman.
He affirmed his readiness to face Wontumi in court, emphasising his stance until the ultimatum expires.
“For now, I am waiting for the so-called 48-hour ultimatum to elapse and take it from there,” he added.
The confrontation underscores tensions within the NPP, raising questions about internal dynamics and the handling of allegations within the party.