Clarification on Controversy Surrounding Bryan Acheampong and Chairman Wontumi

Strategic Insights -

Pius Enam Hadzide, spokesperson for Dr Bryan Acheampong, a flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has clarified the recent controversy surrounding Bryan Acheampong and the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi. According to Pius, there was no friction between the two, and they were even together at the Tang Palace Hotel having a personal conversation when he called Bryan to seek clarification. Bryan confirmed that there was no misunderstanding between him and Chairman Wontumi.

Key Takeaways:

  • Bryan Acheampong and Chairman Wontumi have no issues, despite reports of a rift.
  • The two were together at the Tang Palace Hotel having a personal conversation when Pius called Bryan to seek clarification.
  • Pius emphasized that there was no fight between the two and described the social media reports as misleading.
  • A recent council meeting had fueled speculation of a rift between Bryan Acheampong and Chairman Wontumi, but Pius clarified that it was just a misunderstanding.
  • Bryan Acheampong had allegedly shut down Chairman Wontumi at a council meeting, telling him to 'sit down and shut up', but Pius stated that Bryan was joking.
  • Bryan Acheampong had played a crucial role in meeting the GH?50 million bail conditions set by EOCO to secure Wontumi's release after he was held in custody over alleged offences.
  • Pius stated that Chairman Wontumi had raised an issue about former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo's recent disclaimer, which Bryan Acheampong was trying to address.

Statistics:

  • Bryan Acheampong has been a key figure in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for several years, serving as a Member of Parliament for Abetifi.
  • The GH?50 million bail conditions set by EOCO to secure Wontumi's release were met with the help of Bryan Acheampong's properties.
  • The recent council meeting where the alleged rift between Bryan Acheampong and Chairman Wontumi occurred was attended by several executive council members, including David Boakye, the Bono East Regional Secretary of the NPP.

Sources:

  • Ghana Web
  • Movement TV (interviews on July 15 and 16, 2025)
  • Interview with David Boakye, Bono East Regional Secretary of the NPP.