Also known as: Mr Akofena · Mr Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena · Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena · Nana Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena
Son of late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, installed as Kristo Asafo Mission leader; arrested in June 2026 over shooting of former MP sister Adwoa Safo.
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Joy Online
… At the heart of the present story stand two siblings, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena and Sarah Adwoa Safo. …
Inheritance Disputes in Ghana: The hidden cost of family legacyThe Ghanaian Times
… In a press release issued on Thursday, the church said all its organs, fellowships, boards and councils remained aligned with the decision of its leader, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena. …
Kristo Asafo Mission rejects burial rites of late leader, accuses security agencies of failing to enforce court orderJoy Online
… In a statement issued by the church’s leadership, comprising its organs, fellowships, boards and councils, the Mission reaffirmed its support for its leader, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, insisting it has no involvement in the alleged burial rites. …
Kristo Asafo Mission distances itself from alleged burial rites, calls for enforcement of court injunctionJoy Online
… This is despite the claims that Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena is the successor to the Kantanka Empire. …
Safo Kantanka’s will does not name a church leader, says Kwame AkufoJoy Online
… Kwadwo Safo Kantanka’s will, Nana Kofi Safo Kantanka, has clarified that the document did not assign control of the Kantanka companies or business empire to Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena. …
‘Kantanka’s will didn’t grant Akofena control of his estate but…’ – Lawyer clarifiesJoy Online
… Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, has challenged claims that Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena was the designated successor to lead the Kristo Asafo Mission before his father’s death. …
Akofena was removed from ‘crown prince’ position before Kantanka’s death – Adwoa Safo’s lawyerJoy Online
… The petition relates to an alleged shooting incident on June 21, 2026, in which Adwoa Safo was reportedly attacked while seated in her vehicle outside the residence of her brother, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, who is also among the accused persons. …
Adwoa Safo petitions Attorney-General to move shooting case to High Court over jurisdiction concernsJoy Online
The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana (KAMOG) has reaffirmed that Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena has been duly installed as the new leader of the church and was not present at his residence when an alleged shooting incident involving his sister, former Dome-Kwabenya MP Adwoa Safo, reported …
Akofena is our new leader. He was not present at alleged shooting incident – KAMOGJoy Online
The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana (KAMOG) has reaffirmed that Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena has been duly installed as the new leader of the church and was not present at his residence when an alleged shooting incident involving his sister, former Dome-Kwabenya MP Adwoa Safo, reported …
Akofena is our new leader; he wasn’t present during shooting incident – Kristo Asafo MissionJoy 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 bailAn opinion piece reflects on how death in Ghana often triggers family conflict and public discourse over inheritance, using the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo's case as an example of how succession disputes become matters of broad social discussion.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece reflects on how death in Ghana often triggers family conflict and public discourse over inheritance, using the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo's case as an example of how succession disputes become matters of broad social discussion.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The leadership of Kristo Asafo Mission has distanced itself from ongoing burial and funeral rites for its founder, Prof. Emeritus Apostle Kwadwo Safo, stating it does not support activities at the Apostle Safo Suaye Centre. The church alleges that security agencies have failed to enforce a court injunction obtained by the Aduana Kotoko Royal Family restraining the ceremonies.
31 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Kristo Asafo Mission has distanced itself from alleged burial and funeral activities at the Apostle Safo Suaye Centre in Gomoa Mpota, reaffirming support for its leader and stating the church has no involvement. The Aduana Kotoko Royal Family has obtained a court injunction restraining all burial and funeral activities related to the matter and notified security agencies.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A private legal practitioner says the will of Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo Kantanka does not confer leadership of the Kristo Asafo Mission on any individual, despite claims that Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena is the successor to the Kantanka Empire. The lawyer noted the will was drafted before amendments to the church's constitution.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The executor of Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka's will has clarified that the document named Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena only as head of the Kantanka family with responsibility for the late industrialist's burial and funeral arrangements, and bequeathed him personal apparel, not control of the Kantanka companies or business empire.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer for Adwoa Safo claims that Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena was removed from his position as crown prince before his father Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka's death, making him ineligible to automatically assume leadership of the Kristo Asafo Mission. The lawyer argues that the installation process was improper and that no properly installed leader has been recognised.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has petitioned the Attorney-General to transfer a criminal case involving an alleged shooting incident from Adenta Circuit Court to the High Court, arguing the court lacks jurisdiction because the principal offence is a first-degree felony triable only on indictment before the High Court. The accused face charges including use of offensive weapons, possession of firearms and explosives, participation in vigilante activities, discharge of firearms in a public place, and causing unlawful damage.
28 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana has reaffirmed that Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena was formally installed as the new church leader on June 21 and was not present when an alleged shooting incident involving his sister, former MP Adwoa Safo, occurred; the church stated he left his residence before the incident and has been granted bail by the Adenta Circuit Court.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana has reaffirmed that Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena was installed as the new leader of the church on June 21 and was not present at his residence when an alleged shooting incident involving his sister, former Dome-Kwabenya MP Adwoa Safo, reportedly occurred. The church rejected suggestions that Akofena was involved in the incident.
25 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 →
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 →
The Adenta Circuit Court granted GH¢500,000 bail with two sureties each to Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena, younger brother of former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo, and eight others over alleged involvement in a Kwabenya shooting incident. The incident is linked to a leadership dispute within the Kristo Asafo Mission following the death of its founder in September 2025.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
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 →
The family spokesperson of late Apostle Kwadwo Safo claims former MP Sarah Adwoa Safo was the target of a planned assassination attempt, linking it to a succession dispute over leadership of the Kristo Asafo Mission and its businesses between Adwoa Safo and her brother Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena.
23 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 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 →