Dr. Palgrave Boakye Danquah, spokesperson for Chairman Wontumi, stated that his team has not received any formal communication regarding the presidential pardon announced by President John Dramani Mahama. The pardon, which covers 863 convicted persons across Ghana, was announced as part of Ghana's 70th Independence Anniversary celebrations. Chairman Wontumi's team is currently prioritizing a bail application for their client, with a court date set for October 15, 2026.
President John Dramani Mahama granted the presidential pardons invoking his constitutional authority, following consultation with the Council of State. The decision was made in accordance with Article 72(1) of the 1992 Constitution. The presidency described the pardon as an act of mercy and national reflection. The announcement has generated considerable interest, particularly among individuals with pending or ongoing legal matters who might qualify for consideration.
Chairman Wontumi, whose case remains before the courts, is among those whose status has attracted public attention. Dr. Boakye Danquah urged restraint and stated that the team would not conclude until the relevant authorities officially released the names and categories of those covered under the pardon. He expressed hope that if Chairman Wontumi's name is anywhere on the list, it would be within the Special Recommendation or Petition category.
Dr. Boakye Danquah indicated that Wontumi's legal team is pressing ahead with securing bail for their client. The bail application is scheduled to be heard on October 15, 2026, pending the determination of his appeal. The spokesperson expressed optimism about both proceedings. The team's immediate focus remains on the upcoming court date rather than speculating about the scope of the presidential pardon.
The presidential pardon announcement has raised questions about the status of individuals like Chairman Wontumi. Dr. Boakye Danquah confirmed that the team representing Chairman Wontumi is still in the dark about whether he features among the 863 convicted persons granted presidential clemency. The team is awaiting official communication from the relevant authorities.
President Mahama's clemency exercise aims to mark Ghana's 70th Independence Anniversary with an act of mercy and national reflection. The decision to grant pardons to 863 convicted persons was taken after consultation with the Council of State. The presidency invoked its constitutional authority to grant the pardons.
Chairman Wontumi's team will continue to prioritize the bail application and await clarity on the presidential pardon. Dr. Boakye Danquah emphasized that the team will let the public know once they receive official communication from the relevant authorities. The team remains optimistic about the bail application and the appeal.
Key points
- Chairman Wontumi's team has not received any formal communication about his inclusion in President John Dramani Mahama's pardon exercise covering 863 convicted persons.
