The High Court has dismissed a submission of no case filed by Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, in the ongoing criminal case Republic v Bernard Antwi Boasiako, Kwame Antwi & Akonta Mining Company Ltd.
The ruling means the court found that the prosecution had presented sufficient evidence requiring the accused persons to respond to the charges.
The case involves Mr Boasiako, Kwame Antwi, and Akonta Mining Company Ltd.
Following the decision, the court directed Mr Boasiako and the company to open their defence and respond to the allegations.
This may include calling witnesses or presenting other evidence in support of their case.
A submission of no case is typically filed by the defence when it believes the prosecution has failed to establish a prima facie case.
The court’s dismissal of the application means the trial will proceed to the defence stage.
