Vincent Antwi Agyei is the MCE for Sunyani
A writ has been filed at the Sunyani High Court by Alexander Amponsah of Adom Legal Consult, seeking GH¢900,000 in general damages for his client, Vincent Antwi Agyei, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Sunyani Municipal Assembly.
The legal action follows defamatory posts published by Raphael Cubagee, a suspended assembly member, on social media platforms, which allegedly portray Vincent Antwi Agyei as a corrupt official and criminal.
The writ, issued on December 18, 2025, demands that the Sunyani High Court compel Raphael Cubagee to retract and remove the defamatory content from Facebook and issue a formal apology.
It also seeks a perpetual injunction to prevent further harmful publications against the MCE.
The legal team argues that the public statements are false, offensive, and calculated to undermine Vincent Antwi Agyei’s reputation and credibility as a public servant.
The plaintiff’s claim centers on four Facebook posts made by Raphael Cubagee between October 2025 and December 2025, which include unsubstantiated accusations of corruption.
Key excerpts from the disputed posts include:
“Painting of just 1 bungalow can cost GH¢550,000 stealing at its highest point. Vincent Antwi Agyei and Lawyer Alexander Amponsah should go to the Special Prosecutor themselves.
“Board member of the Sunyani Teaching Hospital Alexander Amponsah and Vincent Antwi Agyei order staff of the assembly to disrespect a court order.
“Demonstration on 24 October for removal of MCE Vincent Antwi Agyei and Lawyer Alexander Amponsah from office for cover-up and stealing from the people.
“Pls John Dramani Mahama sack the MCE and Lawyer Alexander Amponsah… for cover-up of stealing GH¢39 million belonging to the assembly.”
According to Alexander Amponsah, these statements falsely label his client as a “thief,” a “lawless” leader, and a “greedy” politician, all the while lacking any factual basis.
“The publications are defamatory by nature and designed to incite public hostility against the MCE,” he argued in the writ.
Raphael Cubagee, a suspended member of the Sunyani Municipal Assembly since July 2025, was found guilty of 10 counts of misconduct, including unauthorised recording of meetings, misuse of official procedures, and unsubstantiated allegations against assembly officials.
His suspension followed an internal investigation that also noted his prior role as a member of the assembly’s works sub-committee, a position potentially connected to the allegations about construction projects.
The plaintiff’s legal team further emphasised that Vincent Antwi Agyei has no involvement in the referenced bungalow project and denies all claims of financial misconduct.
“The defendant’s posts are malicious, baseless, and intended to tarnish my client’s public image and the integrity of the assembly,” said Alexander Amponsah.
If the court rules in favor of the plaintiff, it could set a precedent for holding individuals accountable for unsubstantiated allegations made on social media.
The Sunyani High Court has yet to schedule a hearing, but legal experts suggest the case may take months to resolve. Meanwhile, Vincent Antwi Agyei’s office asserts it remains focused on serving the Sunyani community despite the ongoing litigation.
In a statement, the plaintiff’s legal team said: “We are committed to ensuring the truth prevails and that the defendant is held responsible for the harm caused. The public deserves to know that leadership is not a platform for personal vendettas.”
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