NPP constituency organiser remanded

The Constituency Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Ofoase Ayirebi, Samuel Agyei Donkor, popularly known as Rabbi, has been remanded into police custody for allegedly assaulting a farmer with a chainsaw.

The incident took place at Akyem Bontodiase in the Eastern Region, where Donkor, who is also a timber dealer, was reportedly felling trees near the town’s public cemetery.

According to a report by starrfm.com.gh, the farmer, Kofi Boakye, approached Donkor and questioned whether he had the necessary authorisation to cut timber in the area.

The situation escalated into a heated argument, during which Donkor allegedly grabbed a chainsaw and attempted to attack the farmer.

Though the victim managed to flee, he sustained injuries to his upper back.

Following a report to the police, Donkor was arrested and charged with assault. He appeared before the Akyem Ofoase District Court, presided over by Benjamin Bennet-Attabrah, and was remanded into custody.

He is expected to reappear in court on Thursday, July 17, 2025.

The farmer has since been treated and discharged from the hospital.