Andy Appiah-Kubi withdraws as lawyer for Wontumi ahead of July 3 judgment

Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has filed a motion to withdraw from the ongoing illegal mining case involving his client.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme, on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Appiah-Kubi confirmed that he has formally submitted an application to discontinue his legal representation in the case, stating that his reasons have been detailed in an affidavit filed before the court.

He explained that his decision is not based on the expected outcome of the case, adding that he will reserve further comments until judgment is delivered.

“I have filed a motion to withdraw from the case. My reasons are in the affidavit. I am withdrawing my legal services,” he stated.

“I have practised law for some time and I am not comfortable with how the case has been handled. It was moving too fast. I will petition the Bar Association,” he added.

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Meanwhile, the trial involving Chairman Wontumi and Akonta Mining Limited over alleged illegal mining activities in Samreboi has officially concluded.

The Accra High Court has fixed July 3, 2026, to deliver its final judgment after both the prosecution and defence closed their cases and filed final arguments.

The accused face multiple charges, including allegations of facilitating unlicensed mining operations and transferring mineral rights without ministerial approval within the Samreboi concession area in Ghana’s Western Region.

The prosecution, led by the Attorney General’s Department, completed its case after calling several witnesses. The defence also called witnesses in response.

Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, who is presiding over the case, has directed both sides to file their final written submissions by June 17, 2026.

Throughout the proceedings, Chairman Wontumi has remained on bail under conditions including a GH¢15 million bail bond, surrender of his passport, and a travel restriction.

The court is expected to deliver its final verdict on July 3, 2026.



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