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2026-05-172026-06-24

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    The incident occurred on Sunday, June 21, 2026, while they were providing private security services at Kwabenya, Accra.

    Interior Ministry suspends Kantanka Security Services licence over uniform and firearms breach
  3. Joy Online

    The Ministry for the Interior has suspended the operating licence of Kantanka Security Services Limited with immediate effect, following a shooting incident that has left the former MP for Dome-Kwabenya, Adwoa Safo, hospitalised.

    Interior Ministry suspends Kantanka Security Services’ licence following Adwoa Safo shooting incident
  4. Joy Online

    The Greater Accra Police have summoned Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena in connection with a shooting incident at Kwabenya on Sunday, June 21.

    Police summon Kwadwo Safo Akofena over shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP
  5. Joy Online

    Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Monday, June 22, while discussing Ghana’s firearms regulations in the wake of the recent shooting incident at Kwabenya, Dr.

    Firearm cannot be displayed without IGP’s approval – Security expert
  6. Joy Online

    Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Monday, June 22, in the wake of the recent shooting incident at Kwabenya, in which former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo, sustained a gunshot injury, Dr.

    Private security firms cannot legally arm guards for self-protection – Dr Adam Bonaa
  7. Joy Online

    Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Faustina Elikplim Akurugu, has visited former Member of Parliament for the constituency, Sarah Adwoa Safo, at the 37 Military Hospital following an alleged shooting incident that reportedly left the former lawmaker injured.

    Dome-Kwabenya MP condemns alleged shooting of Adwoa Safo, urges swift police action
  8. Daily Guide

    INSET: Adwoa Safo at the hospital Former Member of Parliament (MP) for Dome-Kwabenya Constituency, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has allegedly been shot by persons suspected to be security details of her younger brother, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena.

    Adwoa Safo Shot, 6 Arrested
  9. The Ghanaian Times

    The Ghana Police Service has arrested six private security guards in connection with the shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo at Kwabenya.

    Police arrest 6, retrieve firearms over Sarah Adwoa Safo shooting at Kwabenya
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana has accused former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo of misleading the public by creating the impression that she sustained gunshot wounds during the enstoolment ceremony of its new leader.

    Kristo Asafo Mission accuses Sarah Adwoa Safo of misleading public on shooting Claims
  11. The Ghanaian Times

    Madina Police probe shooting Incident involving Sarah Adwoa Safo at Kwabenya The Madina Divisional Police Command is investigating a shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo.

    Madina Police probe shooting Incident involving Sarah Adwoa Safo at Kwabenya

Today

  1. Kwabenya shooting tied to church succession dispute, arrests follow

    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.

    8 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Family raises safety concerns after Adwoa Safo's brother gets bail

    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

  2. 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.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Aunt claims 48 bullets fired at former MP Adwoa Safo

    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

  4. 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.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. 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.

    23 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  6. Former MP Sarah Adwoa Safo shot, stable after succession dispute

    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

  7. Safo Akofena arrested over shooting of MP Adwoa Safo

    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

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. Government suspends Kantanka Security Services licence after violations

    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

  3. Interior Ministry suspends Kantanka Security licence immediately

    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

  4. Interior Ministry suspends Kantanka Security Services licence

    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

  5. Police summon Kwadwo Safo Akofena over Kwabenya shooting

    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

  6. Firearms display requires IGP approval under Ghana law

    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

  7. Private security firms cannot legally arm guards—Dr Adam Bonaa

    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

  8. 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

  9. Former MP Adwoa Safo shot at brother's residence; six arrested

    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

Sunday 21 June

  1. Police arrest six guards in Sarah Adwoa Safo shooting incident

    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

  2. Kristo Asafo Mission denies Sarah Adwoa Safo was shot at ceremony

    The Kristo Asafo Mission has accused former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo of misleading the public about sustaining gunshot wounds during an enstoolment ceremony on its Kwabenya property on June 21, 2026, saying she instead forcefully drove her vehicle into the entrance gates. The mission categorically rejected media and social media claims that Ms. Safo was shot by her brother, stating no such shooting occurred.

    21 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  3. Police investigate shooting incident involving former MP Sarah Adwoa Safo

    Madina Divisional Police Command is investigating a shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo that occurred on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at her late father's residence in Kwabenya. Ms. Safo sustained a gunshot wound to her left ear and her vehicle has been impounded for forensic examination.

    21 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  4. Six security guards arrested over Kwabenya shooting incident

    Ghana Police Service arrested six private security guards following a shooting incident at a Kwabenya residence on 21 June 2026 involving former Gender, Children and Social Protection Minister Sarah Adwoa Safo. Police recovered five pump-action guns, one Taurus pistol with ammunition, and communication equipment from the scene; preliminary findings indicate armed security personnel discharged firearms during a confrontation when Safo was denied entry to the residence.

    21 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Former MP Sarah Adwoa Sarfo shot at father's residence

    Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya Sarah Adwoa Sarfo reported that upon arriving at her late father's residence in Kwabenya on Saturday morning, her brother Nana Kwadwo Sarfo Akofena ordered security personnel to open fire on her. She sustained gunshot injuries to her left ear and right hand and reported the incident to police.

    21 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  6. Kristo Asafo Church denies shooting claim involving Adwoa Safo

    The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana has rejected social media claims that former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo was shot by her brother during an incident at the church's Kwabenya property, stating that no shooting occurred.

    21 June 2026 · Joy Online

  7. 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

  8. Former Dome-Kwabenya MP sustains gunshot wound to ear

    Sarah Adwoa Safo, former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, sustained a gunshot injury to her left ear during an incident at her late father's residence in Kwabenya. Police have launched investigations and retained her vehicle for forensic examination, while a church lawyer has alleged she fired the first shot during a church event.

    21 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Airbnb's role in Accra housing affordability debate

    Short-term rental platforms like Airbnb have transformed Accra's property market, particularly in areas like East Legon and Osu, creating economic benefits through tourism and property owner income but raising concerns about housing affordability and rental availability for residents amid rising rents and prices.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 18 May

  1. NACOC raids drug dens in Greater Accra and Oti Region

    The Narcotics Control Commission carried out anti-drug operations across parts of Greater Accra and the Oti Region, leading to several arrests and seizures of suspected narcotic substances. Targeted locations included Kissieman, Dome, Kwabenya, and Alavanyo, as part of NACOC's intensified nationwide effort to clamp down on drug trafficking and substance abuse.

    18 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Sunday 17 May

  1. NACOC raids drug hotspots in Accra and Oti, arrests multiple suspects

    The Narcotics Control Commission carried out a sweeping anti-drug operation across parts of Greater Accra and the Oti Region over the weekend, targeting known drug dens in Kissieman, Dome, Kwabenya, and Alavanyo, where officers seized suspected narcotic substances and arrested several suspects. The coordinated raids formed part of NACOC's intensified nationwide crackdown on drug trafficking and substance abuse.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online

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