An old video of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi, showing off what he called pure gold has suddenly become one of the most circulated clips on Ghanaian social media after a court handed him a 20-year prison sentence over illegal mining.
The footage, whose exact recording date is unknown, captures Chairman Wontumi confidently holding up pieces of gold and speaking about the precious mineral with visible pride.
While the clip had previously attracted little attention, his high-profile sentencing gave it a new lease of life, and users across multiple platforms began sharing it widely following the court’s decision.
Wontumi’s legal troubles centre on alleged violations of Ghana’s mining laws, with his company, Akonta Mining, at the heart of the case
The firm had already drawn public scrutiny over its alleged involvement in galamsey activities, a subject that has dominated national debate for years given its devastating toll on rivers, forests, and farmland.
Following a lengthy legal process, the court found Wontumi guilty and imposed the 20-year sentence, a ruling that immediately dominated headlines and set social media alight.
The resurfaced video has since become a focal point of those online conversations, with many users treating it as a striking footnote to the verdict. Critics described the footage as deeply ironic given the circumstances.
From above, the mansion is shaped like a giant U, with a massive courtyard space that could easily rival the grounds of a five-star hotel.
The red-tiled roof, white walls, and countless windows make the building pop visually and give off some serious luxury resort vibes.
Chairman Wontumi didn’t just build a big house; he built a compound.
A fortified, high perimeter wall for privacy and top-tier security surrounds the estate.
The mansion looks like something out of a Netflix drama about African billionaires.
Some Ghanaians are impressed and blown away by the architectural flair and sheer scale of the property.
