Shock and anger after top Ghanaian politician sentenced to 20 years for illegal mining
Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as "Chairman Wontumi", was also fined more than $10,000 (£7,450).
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"The fight against illegal mining cannot become credible only when it targets political opponents in respect of whom evidence of wrongdoing does not exist."
— Justin Kodua Frimpong , Politician
"It sends a strong signal that accountability is indispensable if Ghana is to protect its forests, rivers and other natural resources."
— Adib Saani , Activist
Key People
He is the executive director of the Jatikay Centre for Human Security and Peace Building.
He is the chairman of the New Patriotic Party in the Ashanti region of Ghana.
He is the general secretary of the New Patriotic Party.
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Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as "Chairman Wontumi", was also fined more than $10,000 (£7,450).
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