Former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has made a public statement recognising her brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Akofena, as the leader of the Kantanka family and the Kristo Asafo Church. This move is aimed at promoting reconciliation, family unity, and preserving the legacy of their late father, Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo. Adwoa Safo's decision comes after months of disagreement over the leadership of the Kristo Asafo Mission following their father's death in September 2025.
Adwoa Safo's announcement was made on Thursday, October 8, 2026, where she stated that her decision was driven by a desire to restore unity within the family and promote reconciliation. She expressed her continued respect and affection for her brother, choosing reconciliation over division. Adwoa Safo emphasised that she had chosen the path of conciliation, founded upon love, mutual respect, and the enduring bonds of family.
In her statement, Adwoa Safo publicly acknowledged and accepted Akofena as the leader of the Kantanka family and the Kristo Asafo Church. She stated that she was prepared to work alongside Akofena and her other siblings to continue the work and vision established by their late father. Adwoa Safo called on the family to move beyond disagreements that emerged following Apostle Kwadwo Safo's death.
The announcement comes after months of disagreement over who should lead the Kristo Asafo Mission following the death of Apostle Kwadwo Safo in September 2025. In June, members of the late Apostle's family disputed Akofena's claim to the leadership of the Kristo Asafo Mission, maintaining that the succession arrangements established by the founder should remain in force. At the time, the family also recognised Adwoa Safo as the Head of the Kwadwo Safo Family and its principal representative.
Adwoa Safo's latest statement signals a shift towards reconciliation as she now publicly acknowledges her brother's leadership of both the family and the church. She appealed to members of the Kristo Asafo Church and the wider Kantanka family to support the renewed commitment to unity. Adwoa Safo stressed that preserving their father's legacy should be viewed as a shared responsibility among his children rather than the responsibility of one person.
Adwoa Safo added that their father's legacy transcends any one individual, it is a collective inheritance and a profound responsibility entrusted to them as his children. The former MP's statement places emphasis on reconciliation and cooperation as the family seeks to move forward following the leadership disagreements that emerged after their father's death.
The development is expected to bring stability to the Kantanka family and the Kristo Asafo Church. Adwoa Safo's decision to back her brother Akofena is seen as a significant step towards healing and unity within the family. Key points include:
Key points
- Adwoa Safo publicly acknowledges her brother Akofena as the leader of the Kantanka family and Kristo Asafo Church.
- The decision aims to promote reconciliation and family unity following months of disagreement.
- Adwoa Safo emphasised the importance of collective responsibility in preserving their father's legacy.
