The Ashanti youth group has called for the immediate presence of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely known as Wontumi, at the Manhyia palace.

This demand arises in response to alleged  disrespectful comments made by Wontumi towards the revered Ashanti king, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

Voicing their dissatisfaction, the youth group sent a resolute message to Wontumi, challenging his statements and insisting that he attend a palace to respond to the allegations leveled at him.

Addressing the press, the leader of the group stated, "Are you okay, Wontumi? Why would you speak against Otumfuo and the people of the Ashanti kingdom? You are not a man, Wontumi. You, little one, have the audacity to speak against our king. We need you in the palace, and be prepared for any consequences if you fail to comply."The group also accused Wontumi of employing divisive political tactics that could potentially undermine national unity. The situation remains tense as the plea for accountability and dialogue continues to gain traction within the Ashanti community. Wontumi, a significant political figure in the region, has yet to respond to the specific accusations made by the youth group.

Reports suggest that following the vetting of the Energy Minister and Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh, confusion arose between the Manhyia South Constituency Organizer and Chairman Wontumi.

This purported disagreement stemmed from Wontumi's alleged reluctance to provide testimony about the contributions made by the Manhyia South Member of Parliament to the party’s internal activities.

During an approximately 30-minute period of intense confusion, which led to a temporary suspension of the vetting, the outspoken NPP Chairman reportedly conveyed to Otumfuo’s Brempon, Nana Kwaku Duah, the Chief of Kokoso, that he, Wontumi, had established his kingdom in the Ashanti Region.

Furthermore, it is claimed that Chairman Wontumi made a public statement expressing his readiness to challenge Otumfuo on any disagreement with the Asante King.According to Nana Kwaku Dua, Wontumi stated that ”I have built my own kingdom, I have my own police and military, and I will speak my mind to Otumfuo if I disagree on an issue with him (Otumfuo)”.

The People of Ashanti are Peeved!!They want Wontumi banished pic.twitter.com/8Cp3HiANsV— Kyei Meshack (@KyeiMeshack) January 17, 2024