By Fuvi Kloku
Power is fleeting—here today, gone tomorrow. A wise leader understands this truth, choosing humility over arrogance, service over self-indulgence. The recent appeal by Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has ignited widespread conversations about power, accountability, and the choices leaders make while at the helm.
When national authorities attempted to take him into custody for questioning, Chairman Wontumi made a public call for members of his party—and Ghanaians at large—to rally to his defense. For many, this was a moment of reckoning—a sharp contrast to his flamboyant past, where he unabashedly dismissed political opponents with insults and bravado. A man once seen tossing gold bars into his luxury cars and parading wealth on television now found himself seeking refuge in the very people he once overshadowed.
Allegations against him range from illegally reissuing mining licenses to desecrating forest reserves and water bodies through reckless mining practices. And, of course, who could forget his bold claim of attempting to purchase Chelsea Football Club for a staggering $3.1 billion—a statement that left many bewildered?
Yet, as the tides shift, one undeniable lesson stands tall: when entrusted with power, humility matters. Leadership is not about grandeur; it is about respect—treating people with dignity, governing with fairness, and ensuring that actions align with the greater good.
The Bible warns against arrogance: “He who brags is a fool.” For those who find themselves in positions of influence, this moment should serve as a solemn reminder—power is borrowed, never owned. And when the curtains fall, only integrity will determine how history remembers you.
Source: Fuvi Kloku
