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Israel Kwadwo Safo

Also known as: Israel Kwadwo Akofena Safo

Brother of former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo, arrested in connection with a June 2026 shooting incident at his residence during a church succession dispute.

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In coverage

Verbatim sentences from the source article.

  1. June 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The former lawmaker, who sustained injuries during the June 21 incident at a residence associated with her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Akofena, disclosed the latest development during an interaction with journalists while receiving treatment.

    Adwoa Safo referred to Bank Hospital for removal of bullet pellets lodged in her head after Sunday’s shooting
  3. Joy Online

    r Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has strongly denied claims circulating on social media and other platforms that she was armed or discharged a firearm during the shooting incident that occurred at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo

    Adwoa Safo breaks silence on shooting incident; Denies carrying gun
  4. The Chronicle

    The announcement comes in the wake of reports of a shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament, Sarah Adwoa Safo, at a property linked to Israel Safo in the Greater Accra Region.

    Muntaka Suspends All Firearm Licences Nationwide
  5. Daily Guide

    Israel Kwadwo Safo (Left) and his accomplice. INSET: The weapons The Ghana Police Service has arrested Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Akofena, in connection with the shooting incident that left former Dome-Kwabenya MP Hon.

    Police Arrest Adwoa Safo’s Brother Akofena Over Shooting
  6. Joy Online

    The announcement follows reports of a shooting incident involving Ms Adwoa Safo at a property linked to Israel Safo in the Greater Accra Region.

    Interior ministry overhauls firearm licensing system, introduces mental health and drug tests for applicants
  7. Joy Online

    The announcement follows reports of a shooting incident involving Ms Adwoa Safo at a property linked to Israel Safo in the Greater Accra Region.

    Interior Minister suspends all active gun licenses in Ghana, orders fresh screening
  8. Former MP shot while serving court injunction in church succession dispute

    1. Joy Online

      The Ghana Police Service has arrested Israel Kwadwo Safo, also known as Akofena, in connection with a shooting incident involving his sister, the former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo.

      Police arrest Israel Kwadwo Akofena Safo and 2 others over Adwoa Safo shooting incident
    2. Joy Online

      Former MP for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, was shot at while attempting to serve a court injunction on her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, according to the Kwadwo Safo family.

      Adwoa Safo was serving court injunction when shooting occurred – Family
  9. Joy Online

    The visit comes after reports emerged that Madam Adwoa Safo was receiving medical treatment after gunshots were allegedly fired at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, on Sunday, June 21, 2026.

    Dome-Kwabenya MP condemns alleged shooting of Adwoa Safo, urges swift police action
  10. Joy Online

    According to reports, the incident occurred during activities connected to efforts to install Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, as the successor to his late father, Apostle Emeritus Kwadwo Safo.

    Police reinforce security at Kwabenya following gunfire incident involving Adwoa Safo
Society

Adwoa Safo transferred to Bank Hospital for bullet pellet removal

The News

Former MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has been referred from 37 Military Hospital to Bank Hospital in Accra for specialist treatment to remove bullet pellets and shattered glass fragments lodged in her head following a June 21 shooting incident at a residence linked to a family dispute within the Kristo Asafo Mission.

Why it matters

Former MP Adwoa Safo's medical transfer reflects ongoing developments in the high-profile Kwabenya shooting incident.

17 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Adwoa Safo transferred to Bank Hospital for bullet pellet removal

    Former MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has been referred from 37 Military Hospital to Bank Hospital in Accra for specialist treatment to remove bullet pellets and shattered glass fragments lodged in her head following a June 21 shooting incident at a residence linked to a family dispute within the Kristo Asafo Mission.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. Adwoa Safo denies carrying gun in shooting incident

    Former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has denied claims she was armed or discharged a firearm during a shooting incident at her brother's residence, stating she does not own a gun and never used one. She also dismissed reports that she rammed her vehicle into the gate before the shooting, challenging the public to verify her vehicle's condition.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online

  3. Interior Minister suspends all firearm licences nationwide immediately

    Ghana's Interior Minister Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has ordered the immediate suspension of all registered firearm licences across the country to strengthen oversight, enhance accountability, and improve national security through a comprehensive review of the firearms licensing system. The suspension was prompted by identified concerns including compliance breaches and misuse of legally registered weapons.

    18 hours ago · The Chronicle

  4. Police arrest Adwoa Safo's brother Akofena over shooting incident

    Israel Kwadwo Safo (Akofena) has been arrested in connection with a June 21 shooting at his Kwabenya residence that injured former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo. Police recovered ammunition and firearms during a search, and two additional suspects have also been arrested as investigations continue.

    22 hours ago · Daily Guide

  5. Interior Ministry tightens firearm licensing with mental health, drug tests

    Ghana's Interior Ministry has overhauled its firearm licensing system to require mandatory mental health assessments, drug screening, and structured training before applicants can obtain or renew gun licenses. Interior Minister Muntaka Mubarak announced the reforms as a effort to close gaps in the current system and improve public safety.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Interior Minister suspends all firearm licenses in Ghana immediately

    The Interior Minister announced the immediate suspension of all registered firearm licenses in Ghana, effective June 23 noon, citing gaps in the licensing regime and compliance breaches. The directive is part of broader reforms aimed at improving oversight and national security, following a shooting incident involving a succession dispute.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 22 June

  1. Police arrest three over shooting incident involving former MP

    Ghana Police Service has arrested Israel Kwadwo Safo (also known as Akofena), along with Nana Kwaku Afriyie and Kwadwo Safo Koomson, in connection with a shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo. A search of Safo's vehicle and residence recovered firearms, ammunition, and loaded magazines; all three suspects are in custody and expected to appear in court on June 23, 2026.

    22 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Former MP shot while serving court injunction in church succession dispute

    Sarah Adwoa Safo, former MP for Dome-Kwabenya, was shot at while attempting to serve a court injunction on her younger brother Israel Kwadwo Safo to halt an installation ceremony at the Kristo Asafo Mission, where the brothers are in dispute over succession following their father Apostle Kwadwo Safo's death in September 2025. She is reported to be in stable condition.

    22 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Dome-Kwabenya MP condemns alleged shooting of former lawmaker

    The current MP for Dome-Kwabenya visited former MP Sarah Adwoa Safo at 37 Military Hospital following an alleged shooting incident at her brother's residence on June 21, 2026. The MP called for a thorough police investigation and condemned the act of violence.

    22 June 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 21 June

  1. Police reinforce Kwabenya security after gunfire incident

    Ghana Police Service has significantly reinforced security at the Akofena Palace in Kwabenya following a reported gunfire incident on Sunday that injured former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo during activities connected to the installation of a successor to the late founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission.

    21 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Kristo Asafo lawyer claims Adwoa Safo fired first shot at church event

    The lawyer for Kristo Asafo Church alleges that former Dome Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo fired the first shot during a disrupted church event introducing a newly appointed leader, after attempting to force her vehicle through the gates; security personnel responded with warning shots. The lawyer stated he could not confirm whether Adwoa Safo was wounded.

    21 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Former Dome-Kwabenya MP injured in alleged shooting incident

    Sarah Adwoa Safo, former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament, is receiving medical treatment after gunmen allegedly opened fire on her vehicle near her brother's residence on Sunday during a gathering connected to succession efforts within the Kristo Asafo Mission. She was struck by a bullet near her neck but is reported to be in stable condition.

    21 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Church leadership dispute over founder's successor goes to court

    Two senior members of the Kristo Asafo Mission have filed a High Court suit in Accra challenging the eligibility of Israel Kwadwo Safo to succeed the late founder Apostle Kwadwo Safo, arguing the proposed succession violates the church's constitution.

    21 June 2026 · Joy Online

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