In anticipation of complying with a summons from the Kumasi Traditional Council regarding a contentious broadcast, the leadership of Wontumi Multimedia has extended a sincere apology to traditional authorities in the Ashanti Region.

The apology pertains to the recent behavior of lawyer Maurice Ampaw during an episode of his Mmra Ne Abrabo Mu Nsem program aired on Wontumi TV.

In an official statement signed by the General Manager of the media organization, the management condemned Maurice Ampaw's remarks, characterizing them as disorderly and wholly unacceptable.

“The Management of Wontumi Multimedia wishes to render its unqualified and unreserved apology to the Kumasi Traditional Council (KTC) and Nananom for the unruly behaviour exhibited by one of our hosts at Wontumi Television by name Lawyer Maurice Ampaw.

“Management understands the importance of upholding respect and dignity, especially when it comes to matters involving customs and traditions, as well as esteemed figures like yourselves.

“We recognize that the conduct displayed by Lawyer Maurice Ampaw through our medium Wontumi Television, was completely unacceptable and does not reflect the values and standards of our organization,” the statement said.

The management stated that it had ordered the program to be suspended indefinitely until the issue was resolved, even though it acknowledged that actions were being taken to correct the situation.

“We must bring to the notice of our respected Nananom that management had no foreknowledge of the content of the programme on the said night, neither does it control over the minute details of the programme. Lawyer Maurice Ampaw unilaterally produced his show and determined issues to be discussed.

“Notwithstanding that, management does not intend to absorb itself of any blame and therefore accept full responsibility for any mishap,” the statement added.

The Kumasi Traditional Council recently issued a summons to Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman and owner of Wontumi Multimedia. The summons was in response to reports of his alleged challenge to the authority of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II during a party event.

During his appearance before the Council last week, the leadership of the NPP, led by General Secretary Justin Frimpong Koduah, requested time for Wontumi to make his appearance, citing health reasons. However, the Council rejected this justification and ordered the party to produce Wontumi within seven days.

Additionally, the Council demanded the presence of Maurice Ampaw and the management of Wontumi Media regarding the lawyer's statements on the matter involving their owner.

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