A resurfaced video has reignited national debate as Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Wontumi, boldly claims, “I make $1 million every single day from mining.” The statement, made during an appearance on the Delay Show, has triggered widespread criticism, especially from within the political ranks.
One of the sharpest reactions came from a close ally of Alan Kyerematen—often referred to as “Alan’s boy”—who slammed members of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) for defending Wontumi without holding him accountable or telling him the truth.
The viral video shows Wontumi boasting that he rakes in a million dollars daily through operations allegedly linked to the Ghana Precious Minerals Marketing Company. He emphasizes that this isn’t a yearly income but a daily haul—translating to over $350 million annually. At the peak of his mining business, he claimed to control about 500 excavators. “Ghana is so rich,” he repeated several times, reinforcing the immense value being extracted from the country’s soil.
Yet this revelation has sparked outrage among critics who see it as symbolic of a much deeper issue: the complicity or silence of public officials. The speaker—Alan’s supporter—questioned why MPs continue to act as though they are unaware of these facts. “There’s documentation. The MPs know. But many pretend he’s innocent while presiding over this mess,” he charged.
He also condemned the environmental degradation caused by illegal mining—known locally as galamsey. River bodies have been polluted, forests destroyed, and landscapes eroded, all under the watch of those in power. Despite this destruction, those allegedly responsible continue to be shielded by political connections.
This isn’t just an emotional rant, he insists—it’s a call to accountability. “Don’t pretend,” he warned. “National Security knows. The presidency knows. So why is nothing being done?”
