Wontumi’s incarceration was my downfall – Paul Yandoh on election defeat

Former NPP Ashanti Regional Communications Officer, Paul Yandoh, has blamed the incarceration of popular NPP figure Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, for his defeat in the party's regional secretary election. Yandoh, who came in third place, claimed that the absence of Wontumi's anticipated financial backing was a significant hindrance to his campaign.

He stated that the Ashanti Regional Minister, Frank Amoakohene, did not cause his loss, but Wontumi's imprisonment was a major setback. Yandoh dismissed claims that his endorsement from Amoakohene, a member of the ruling NDC, was a liability, emphasizing that he met all NPP requirements to contest for the position. He clarified that his intentions to run for the regional secretary post were known to delegates before Amoakohene's endorsement, and that their social media exchanges were strategic to share attention with the youth.

Yandoh expressed appreciation for any contributions from Amoakohene, but noted that they were insignificant. He firmly maintained that Wontumi's imprisonment was the primary reason for his defeat, not the Ashanti Regional Minister's support.