BREAKING: Sarah Adwoa Safo Allegedly Shot in Family Dispute Over Father’s Funeral Arrangements

Former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament Sarah Adwoa Safo is reported to have sustained gunshot injuries during an incident at her brother’s residence in Dome-Kwabenya on Sunday. According to circulating reports and social media accounts, the shooting stemmed from ongoing tensions within the family of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, who passed away in September 2025. Disagreements over funeral arrangements and succession plans for his church, Kristo Asafo, have reportedly escalated in recent weeks, with Adwoa Safo announcing burial rites for July 30 and a thanksgiving service shortly after, while some relatives pushed for alternative dates and leadership transitions.

Witness accounts suggest the confrontation occurred near her brother Israel Kwadwo Safo’s home amid a succession-related gathering. Details remain unverified and vary across sources, with some claiming Adwoa Safo’s vehicle was fired upon and others alleging a more complex exchange involving multiple parties. She was reportedly grazed by a bullet near the neck and rushed for medical treatment, where sources indicate she is in stable condition. The incident highlights deep rifts in the prominent family, including public absences at family events and legal interventions regarding church leadership.

The family has been embroiled in public disagreements for months. Adwoa Safo, who positioned herself as leading the funeral planning alongside some siblings, faced criticism from others, including her brother Kwadwo Safo Jnr, over consultation and timing. These disputes have played out on social media and in local media, with accusations of estrangement and power struggles surfacing after the apostle’s death. The sensitive nature of funeral rites in Ghanaian culture has amplified the family’s private matters into broader public discourse.

Police have not issued an official confirmation or detailed statement on the alleged shooting as of now. Investigations are said to be underway, but authorities have remained silent on the specifics, urging caution amid the flood of unverified reports. The public is advised to await official updates while the family navigates this latest chapter in their mourning process. This incident underscores the intense emotions surrounding legacy, inheritance, and leadership in high-profile Ghanaian families.