NPP Chairman Wontumi Warns President Mahama’s Actions Could Trigger Political Instability in Ghana
The political temperature in Ghana has reached a concerning boiling point as prominent New Patriotic Party (NPP) figure Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi, issued a stark warning about the country’s democratic stability. Following what he describes as an unprecedented raid on his residence, the Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman has raised serious concerns about President John Dramani Mahama’s recent actions and their potential consequences for Ghana’s political landscape.
Controversial Police Raid Sparks Political Tensions
On Friday, May 23, 2025, Chairman Wontumi’s residence became the center of a dramatic confrontation when officers from the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) and the Ghana Police Service attempted to conduct a raid. This incident has sent shockwaves through Ghana’s political circles, with many questioning the timing and motivations behind such an operation.
The raid represents a significant escalation in the ongoing political tensions that have characterized Ghana’s current administration. For many observers of Ghana’s democratic journey, this incident raises troubling questions about the use of state institutions for political purposes.
NPP Chairman’s Dire Warning About Coup Risks
Speaking exclusively on Asempa FM immediately following the attempted raid, Chairman Wontumi delivered what many are calling one of the most sobering political warnings in recent Ghanaian history. His words carried the weight of someone who has witnessed decades of political upheaval across West Africa.
“I am deeply concerned, and if care is not taken regarding the actions of His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, I fear that some individuals might attempt a coup in this country,” Wontumi declared during the radio interview.
The Gravity of Constitutional Concerns
This warning comes at a time when democratic institutions across West Africa face unprecedented challenges. Chairman Wontumi’s concerns reflect broader anxieties about the erosion of democratic norms and the potential for political instability that has plagued several neighboring countries in recent years.
The NPP chairman’s statement underscores a critical reality: when political leaders abuse their power or circumvent established institutions, they create conditions that historically have led to military interventions in African politics.