EOCO Enters Chairman Wontumi’s Tema Residence on Attorney-General’s Orders – Special Aide Reveals

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has reportedly entered the residence of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, at Tema Community 12, sparking public interest and political discussions in Ghana.

According to a report by TV3 Ghana on Monday, November 9, 2026, the development was disclosed by Palgrave Boakye Danquah, a Special Aide to the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Danquah reportedly stated that officers from EOCO gained access to the property following instructions from Attorney-General Dominic Ayine. His revelation has attracted attention, particularly given the involvement of the state investigative agency and the reported directive from the country’s chief legal officer.

However, the specific circumstances surrounding the operation remain unclear. No detailed explanation has so far been established regarding the reasons behind the officers’ visit or the nature of their activities at the residence.

EOCO is a government institution mandated to investigate economic and organised crimes, prosecute suspected offenders and recover proceeds linked to unlawful activities. Its responsibilities include addressing suspected financial misconduct and other economic offences.

Consequently, the reported operation has raised questions about whether it is connected to an ongoing investigation involving Chairman Wontumi. Nevertheless, no confirmed information has been provided to establish the exact subject of the operation.

Chairman Wontumi is a prominent political figure and an influential member of the opposition NPP. Any development involving him, particularly an operation by a state investigative institution, is likely to generate considerable public and political attention.

Meanwhile, attention is expected to shift towards EOCO and the Attorney-General’s Office for an official explanation. Questions also remain about whether officers conducted a search or retrieved any items from the property.

Source: TV3 Ghana on Monday, November 9, 2026.

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