Alex Tetteh, President and Founder of Citizen Eye Ghana (CITEG), has addressed public reactions following his disclosure of the location of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, to national security agencies. This followed his submission of a petition urging investigations into allegations of corruption against Wontumi.
In an interview on Neat FM, Tetteh confirmed personally submitting the petition to state institutions including EOCO, the Office of the Special Prosecutor, and the Office of the President, citing issues of public concern. However, he firmly denied any connection between his actions and the campaign of former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong.
“I acted as a concerned citizen and leader of Citizen Eye Ghana, a non-partisan civil society organization. My actions were not coordinated, directed, or influenced by Hon. Kennedy Agyapong or his campaign team,” Tetteh stated.
While acknowledging his personal support for Agyapong, Tetteh clarified that this does not imply campaign authorization. “He did not know about the petition, and from his public statements, he clearly does not endorse it. The petition was entirely my initiative.”
Responding to concerns about political motivations, Tetteh reiterated Citizen Eye Ghana’s commitment to neutrality and accountability. “CITEG is not aligned with any political party. Our mission is for Ghana, not for the NPP or NDC. What I did was in line with our mandate as a civil society organization concerned with justice, transparency, and good governance.”
He revealed that national security had already placed Chairman Wontumi under surveillance, emphasizing that the petition did not present new information. “Wontumi has been under surveillance for some time now. National security already knows everything in abundance. What I sent was not a bombshell to them, they already have more than I do.”
Tetteh expressed confidence in due process and dismissed claims that the investigation is a political witch hunt. “I believe the security agencies will ensure fairness and due process devoid of political interference. If Chairman Wontumi has done nothing wrong, he will come out clean just like Hon. Ato Forson who was recently vindicated after months of legal and political pressure.”
He stressed that civic responsibility should not be mistaken for political sabotage. “If we’re going to build a stronger democracy, we need to allow space for citizens to act without fear of being tagged or misrepresented. This wasn’t about politics. This was about principle.”
Tetteh criticized attempts to vilify Kennedy Agyapong, noting, “The strategy employed by other opponents by vilifying Ken Agyapong and tagging him with every bad thing that happens within the party is becoming stale. Those who rejoiced when Anas was awarded 18 million against Ken Agyapong are the ones crying foul that one of their own is under investigation.”
He affirmed that Agyapong’s campaign remains active and highlighted the importance of unity for accountability. “We must ensure accountability and responsible governance when we have power. We could be united and still lose if we do not have the interests of Ghanaians at heart. If someone has done wrong, there is no need to shield him under the guise of party loyalty. It is such corrupt practices that make the NPP unpopular and not those who comment on it.”
Tetteh called for restraint and responsible journalism, rejecting claims that the petition was a “Ken-inspired attack.” “This is not the first petition I have sent as the president of Citizen Eye Ghana. The country must always come first, and I will continually be a citizen and not a spectator.”
He urged the NPP to treat the investigation as a matter of national interest rather than political controversy to promote responsible governance and accountability.
