Ghanians Left in Shóck As Atta Akyea Says Deputy Attorney General Justice Srem Sai Is A Workaholic

According to a report by 1957News on the 15th of October 2026, Ghanaian lawyer Samuel Atta Akyea has described Deputy Attorney-General Dr. Justice Srem-Sai as a workaholic following their legal exchanges during proceedings involving the bail application of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

The remarks were made on Thursday, October 15, 2026, when the High Court heard arguments concerning an application for bail pending appeal filed on behalf of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman.

According to a report by The1957News, Atta Akyea humorously suggested that the Deputy Attorney-General was exhausting him with his approach to the legal proceedings.

Describing Dr. Srem-Sai as a workaholic, the lawyer appeared to acknowledge the Deputy Attorney-General’s determination and active participation in the courtroom exchanges.

The hearing formed part of ongoing legal proceedings concerning Chairman Wontumi, who is seeking bail while challenging a reported 20-year prison sentence.

The application for bail pending appeal is an important aspect of the case, as it seeks to determine whether the applicant should remain in custody while the appellate process continues.

Although the exchange between the two legal practitioners attracted attention, the central issue before the court remained the legal justification for granting or refusing bail.

Under Ghana’s legal system, an application for bail pending appeal requires the court to consider relevant legal principles and the circumstances surrounding the conviction.

The granting of such an application is not automatic, even where a convicted person has initiated an appeal against a sentence.

Following Thursday’s proceedings, the High Court adjourned the matter to November 4, 2026, to allow further proceedings.

The adjournment means that a decision on the application was not announced during the reported hearing.

The case is expected to continue attracting public attention because of Chairman Wontumi’s prominence in Ghanaian politics and his position within the NPP.

Meanwhile, Atta Akyea’s description of Dr. Srem-Sai has added an unusual moment of humour to an otherwise serious legal matter.

The next hearing will be significant in determining how the application progresses as Chairman Wontumi continues his efforts to secure bail pending the outcome of his appeal.

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