Kumasi Traditional Council has issued a summons to Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), regarding alleged derogatory remarks made against the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.
The Council has requested the NPP leadership ensure Wontumi’s appearance before them next Monday to address concerns related to comments reportedly made during the vetting of parliamentary aspirants in Manhyia South.
In response to the summons, the NPP General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, and the National Organiser, Henry Nana Boakye, accompanied by some regional party officers, visited the Manhyia Palace.
During the meeting, the General Secretary informed the Council that Chairman Wontumi is currently unwell and requested a two-week grace period to facilitate his appearance.
Expressing displeasure over the alleged remarks, members of the council, representing the Ashanti Kingdom, insisted on Wontumi’s appearance, even if it necessitated him coming in a wheelchair.
The Council also took note of comments made by legal practitioner Maurice Ampaw against the chiefs during a program on Wontumi Television.
Presided over by Bantamahene, Baffour Owusu Amankwatia VI, the Council emphasised that Chairman Wontumi, Maurice Ampaw, and the management of Wontumi Radio and TV should appear before them next Monday.
NPP has distanced itself from alleged comments by Maurice Ampaw against the Chiefs during the TV show, with the party’s General Secretary assuring the Council of their commitment to ensuring Chairman Wontumi honors the invitation.