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… He added that rescue operations were also conducted in Dome, Kwabenya, Adenta, Anyaa and Ablekuma, where emergency teams responded to residents trapped by rising floodwaters. …
12 dead, nearly 500 flood victims rescued – GNFSJoy Online
Kwadwo Safo Junior, a son of the late Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo Kantanka and brother of former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament Sarah Adwoa Safo, has expressed sorrow over the recent shooting incident at the family’s Kwabenya residence, saying their late father would be “gutted an …
‘My late father would be gutted and disappointed’—Kwadwo Safo Jnr reacts to Kwabenya incidentJoy Online
… Here is everything that has happened since the shooting incident that has reportedly left bullet pellets lodged dangerously close to the brain of former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament, Sarah Adwoa Safo. …
Inside the Kwabenya shooting: The family feud, arrests and gun licence crackdownJoy Online
The family of former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has expressed concern over the decision to grant bail to her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena, and eight others who are facing charges in connection with a shooting incident at Kwabenya in Accra on Sunday, June 21. …
Family raises safety concerns after Adwoa Safo’s brother granted bailJoy Online
Former MP for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has been referred from the 37 Military Hospital to Bank Hospital in Accra for specialist treatment following the discovery of bullet pellets and shattered glass fragments lodged close to her brain after a shooting incident linked to …
Adwoa Safo referred to Bank Hospital for removal of bullet pellets lodged in her head after Sunday’s shootingJoy Online
An aunt of the former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has called for a thorough investigation into the shooting incident involving her niece, claiming that 48 bullets were fired during the attack. …
48 bullets were fired at Adwoa Safo – AuntJoy Online
Former 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 …
Adwoa Safo breaks silence on shooting incident; Denies carrying gunDaily Guide
… 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 ShootingDaily Guide
Sarah Adwoa Safo and Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena Former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament (MP), Sarah Adwoa Safo, is recovering and responding positively to medical treatment after surviving a dramatic shooting incident that has exposed deepening divisions within the Kristo Asafo …
Adwoa Safo Shooting Incident: The Inside StoryThe Chronicle
The bitter succession battle tearing apart the Kristo Asafo Mission took a dramatic turn yesterday, when Nana Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena, the man at the centre of the controversy, was arrested and placed in police custody over the shooting incident that left former Dome-Kwabenya …
Adwoa Safo Shooting Saga: Safo Akofena In Police Custody …Two Pistols, Cache Of Munitions RecoveredThe Minority in Parliament has objected to the government's 24-Hour Economy Market Programmes, accusing authorities of demolishing existing public infrastructure and community assets without adequate consultation, planning, or justification. The Minority argues the programme is poorly conceived, poorly planned, and disconnected from community development needs.
15 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Minority in Parliament has objected to the government's 24-Hour Economy Market Programmes, accusing authorities of demolishing existing public infrastructure and community assets without adequate consultation, planning, or justification. The Minority argues the programme is poorly conceived, poorly planned, and disconnected from community development needs.
15 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Minority in Parliament has criticized the government's demolition of existing public and community infrastructure including schools, markets and other facilities to make way for projects under the 24-Hour Economy Market Programme, raising concerns about planning, consultation and value for money.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Berekuso-Kwabenya-Kitase road project, a US$35 million scheme funded by the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development and the Government of Ghana, has stalled as contractor First Sky Construction Limited says the unsigned formal contract is preventing it from raising funds and proceeding with works. The company returned to site in January following a sector minister's directive but has only completed about three kilometres; the project officially commenced in July 2022 under a 24-month contract.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Food and Drugs Authority has shut down 59 food manufacturing and cold storage facilities across the East and West municipalities over the past two weeks following inspection exercises that uncovered serious hygiene and food safety breaches, including the use of untreated and algae-contaminated water in sachet water production and poor storage conditions for food products.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Police Service arrested 26 Nigerian nationals in intelligence-led operations between July 3 and 15, 2026, targeting human trafficking and cybercrime syndicates, rescuing 33 victims and recovering electronic devices used in cyber-enabled fraud. Police also arrested two suspects in the Ashanti Region for alleged illegal firearms and ammunition trafficking.
22 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana Police arrested five suspects following an intelligence-led operation at Kwabenya on July 12, 2026, rescuing 18 victims allegedly trafficked for cybercrime. Officers recovered 52 mobile phones and internet devices from a residential property where the trafficking occurred.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama and Cabinet have approved in principle the establishment of a dedicated Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Fund to strengthen skills development, with the fund expected to become operational in January 2027 after funding arrangements are finalized. The fund will finance workshop construction and modern equipment for technical institutions to improve practical skills training.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources praised the Office of the Administrator of Stool Lands for strengthening customary land administration, boosting revenue collection, and promoting accountability in managing stool land resources across the country.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority Women's Caucus in Parliament has condemned a violent attack on former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo and is calling for a thorough police investigation. The attack, which allegedly involved firearms and intimidation during a family event in Kwabenya over the weekend, has prompted the Caucus to express solidarity with Safo and demand that those responsible face the full rigours of the law.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Parliament's Minority Women's Caucus has condemned a violent attack on former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo during a family event in Kwabenya, calling for a full police investigation and accountability for those responsible.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana National Fire Service confirmed at least 12 deaths and the rescue of nearly 500 people following heavy rains and extensive flooding in the Greater Accra Region between Sunday and Monday. GNFS personnel conducted rescue operations in multiple communities including Tse Addo, Odawna, Dome, Kwabenya, Adenta, Anyaa, and Ablekuma, with confirmed fatalities recorded in Alogboshie, Achimota, Alajo, Odawna, and Tema Newtown.
30 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Kwadwo Safo Junior, son of the late Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, expressed sorrow over a recent shooting incident at the family's Kwabenya residence and appealed for unity within the Kristo Asafo family, warning that the public feud and violence could have lasting consequences for their late father's legacy and institutions. The incident involved his sister Sarah Adwoa Safo sustaining injuries after armed security personnel allegedly opened fire during a confrontation over access to the premises.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A shooting incident in Kwabenya involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has escalated a church succession dispute at the Kristo Asafo Mission into a criminal matter, resulting in multiple arrests, suspension of a security company license, and revocation of all firearm licenses in the country.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The family of former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has expressed concern over the decision to grant bail to her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena, and eight others facing charges in connection with a shooting incident at Kwabenya on June 21. The Adenta Circuit Court granted each of the nine accused bail in the sum of GH¢500,000 with two sureties, but the family fears for its safety while Akofena is out on bail and has appealed to the Inspector-General of Police to intervene.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
An aunt of former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has called for a thorough investigation into a shooting incident, claiming 48 bullets were fired at her niece. She expressed concern over the Adenta Circuit Court's decision to grant bail to nine accused persons in connection with the alleged shooting at Kwabenya.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
23 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo is recovering in stable condition after a shooting incident on Sunday at Kwabenya, which occurred while she attempted to serve court documents on her brother in connection with a leadership dispute within the Kristo Asafo Mission following its founder's death.
23 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Nana Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena, at the centre of a succession dispute within the Kristo Asafo Mission, has been arrested and placed in police custody following a shooting that wounded former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo. Police recovered two loaded Glock pistols from his vehicle and additional ammunition from his residence during the investigation.
23 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
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 →
The Ministry of the Interior has suspended the operating licence of Kantanka Security Services Limited following an incident at Kwabenya in Accra where security personnel were reportedly found in unprescribed uniforms and in possession of unauthorised firearms and ammunition. The suspension, announced with immediate effect, comes after preliminary investigations indicated possible violations of the Police Service (Private Security Organisations) Regulations, 1992.
22 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ministry of the Interior has suspended Kantanka Security Services Limited's Private Security Organisation licence following reports of unprescribed uniforms and unauthorised possession and use of firearms and ammunition by personnel during operations in Accra on June 21, 2026. The company has been directed to cease all operations pending investigations into alleged violations of the Police Service (Private Security Organisations) Regulations, 1992.
22 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Interior Ministry has suspended the operating licence of Kantanka Security Services Limited following a June 21 shooting incident at Kwabenya in Accra involving former MP Adwoa Safo. The suspension was based on alleged breaches of private security regulations, including use of unprescribed uniforms, unauthorised possession and use of firearms and ammunition.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Greater Accra Police have summoned Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena in connection with a shooting incident at Kwabenya on June 21. Six private security personnel have been arrested in connection with the incident; police recovered five pump-action guns and one pistol, and former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo sustained injuries but is in stable condition.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Secretary of the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has stated that displaying firearms without prior approval from the Inspector General of Police violates Ghana's laws, citing the National Redemption Council Decree (NRCD 9) which regulates firearms in the country.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's firearms laws prohibit private security companies from issuing firearms to their personnel for self-protection, the Executive Secretary of the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons clarified. While individuals may legally register firearms for personal protection, organisations seeking to protect property must ensure weapons remain under strict control and are not given to security personnel to take home.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
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 →
Former Member of Parliament Sarah Adwoa Safo was shot and wounded in the left ear at her late father's house in Kwabenya, allegedly by security personnel of her younger brother Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena. Six bodyguards have been arrested and police recovered five pump-action guns, a Taurus pistol with ammunition, and communication equipment.
22 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana Police Service has arrested six private security guards in connection with a shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo at Kwabenya. A search retrieved five pump-action guns and a loaded Taurus pistol; investigations indicate armed security personnel at a residence allegedly discharged firearms when Ms. Safo requested entry but was denied access, injuring her and damaging her vehicle.
21 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →