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Adwoa Safo Stable After Shooting Incident: Kwadwo Safo Family Clarifies Succession Dispute
The family of the late founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, Apostle Emeritus Prof. Ing. Kwadwo Safo, has confirmed that former Member of Parliament for Dome- Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, is responding positively to treatment following a shooting incident that allegedly occurred on June 21, 2026.
In a statement issued on June 22, 2026, and signed by Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, the family expressed deep concern over the incident while assuring members of the Kristo Asafo Mission, relatives, friends, and the general public that she remains in stable condition and is receiving medical care.
The family further stressed that, except for Israel Nana Kwadwo Safo, all children of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo remain united and committed to ensuring a dignified and befitting burial for their father.
Family Clarifies Succession Arrangements
The statement also sought to address what the family described as growing public confusion surrounding the succession plans of the late Kristo Asafo, the leader.
According to the family, Apostle Kwadwo Safo appointed his son, Israel Nana Kwadwo Safo, as his successor in 2017 and entrusted him with leadership of the church and oversight responsibility for the various business enterprises established by the founder.
However, the family alleged that during Israel Safo’s tenure, several businesses within the Kristo Asafo conglomerate experienced a significant decline, with some collapsing or nearing collapse. The statement further claimed that foundational principles of the church were altered during this period and that Israel Safo increasingly exercised authority without due regard for the founder.
The family stated that these developments became a source of concern for Apostle Kwadwo Safo, who subsequently revoked the authority previously granted to Israel Safo in 2024. According to the statement, all provisions granting him succession rights were removed from the church’s governing framework.
Following this decision, the late founder reportedly appointed his daughter, Adwoa Safo, as Head of the Family and established a new succession roadmap for the future leadership of the Kristo Asafo Mission. The family noted that the revised framework specifically excluded Israel Safo from consideration for the top leadership role.
Since the passing of Apostle Kwadwo Safo on September 11, 2025, the family said Adwoa Safo has continued to carry out the responsibilities entrusted to her by her father and has served as the principal representative of the family with the support of her siblings.
How the Shooting Incident Allegedly Occurred
Providing details surrounding the incident, the family alleged that Israel Safo, together with certain church elders, attempted to organise a private installation ceremony aimed at declaring himself leader of the Kristo Asafo Mission despite what they described as the late founder’s succession directives.
According to the statement, two church members subsequently initiated legal action and secured a court application seeking to restrain the planned installation ceremony.
The family said several attempts were made to serve the court documents on Israel Safo, but they proved unsuccessful.
They further claimed that on the morning of June 21, 2026, Adwoa Safo personally attempted to serve the court documents on her younger brother. During the encounter, the statement alleged that Israel Safo discharged a firearm multiple times in her direction and instructed associates at the scene to open fire on her vehicle.
The matter has reportedly been referred to the appropriate law enforcement authorities for investigation.
Family Rejects Leadership Claim by Israel Safo
The family categorically stated that it does not recognise any installation or assumption of leadership by Israel Safo that is inconsistent with the directives of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo.
It further distanced itself from any claims by Israel Safo that he is acting on behalf of the Kwadwo Safo Family or with its authority.
The statement advised the public to exercise caution in any dealings with Israel Safo that purport to involve the interests, assets, leadership, or affairs of either the Kristo Asafo Mission or the Kwadwo Safo Family, warning that anyone engaging in such dealings does so at their own risk.
The family also noted that several matters involving Israel Safo are currently under scrutiny and indicated that it reserves the right to pursue all available legal remedies to protect the legacy, assets, and wishes of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo.
The statement concluded by calling on members of the Kristo Asafo Mission, supporters, and the general public to remain calm, respect the rule of law, and allow the appropriate state institutions to handle the matters before them.
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