I Was Speaking of NAPO, Not Otumfuo - Wontumi on Allegations of Disrespecting Asantehene

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A tumultuous scene played out at the revered grounds of the Antoa Shrine when Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi and the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), encountered opposition from the Kokosohene, Nana Kwaku Duah. 

The Kokosohene leveled serious accusations against Wontumi, accusing him of showing disdain towards the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

Highlighting the crux of the discord, the Kokosohene alleged that Wontumi had conveyed sentiments suggesting a readiness to challenge the authority of the Asantehene if he disagreed with royal decisions. 


In response, Wontumi clarified that his comments about having his own "kingdom" were in reference to political influence rather than defiance against the revered Asantehene.

During a tense exchange captured in an audio recording shared by Kumasi-based Oheneba Media at the Antoa Shrine, Wontumi defended his statements as directed toward another political figure, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, also known as NAPO, disavowing any intention of disrespecting the Asantehene.


The situation further escalated when Wontumi was accused of invoking the Antoa deity to curse the Kokosohene and his family following their dispute over alleged derogatory remarks. The Asanteman Traditional Council intervened, decreeing that both parties seek resolution and perform rituals at the shrine to alleviate the invoked curse.

Related To This: Kumasi Traditional Council Clears Chairman Wontumi

Contradictory testimonies during the proceedings led the shrine caretakers to advise a return to the Manhyia Palace for a more conclusive resolution. While recent developments saw Wontumi being absolved of the allegations by the Asanteman Traditional Council, the curse on the Kokosohene remains looming until a comprehensive settlement is achieved through proper channels at Manhyia.

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