Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I Installed as New Leader of Kristo Asafo Mission Amid Controversy

The single sharpest fact in one or two punchy sentences. Who did what, where, when, and why it matters. Not a summary of everything — the one thing that makes someone stop scrolling. A reader who only reads this paragraph must understand what happened. Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I, son of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, has been installed as the new head of the Kristo Asafo Mission in Ghana.

The announcement was made on Sunday, June 21, 2026, via the mission’s official Facebook page, accompanied by a video celebrating his elevation to leadership. The post described the installation as a significant milestone, praying for wisdom, strength, and divine guidance for Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I as he assumes responsibility for the mission’s leadership. But despite this celebration, reports of a court injunction seeking to halt the installation process and an alleged shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo have sparked controversy.

The development comes as a surprise to many, given the recent controversy surrounding the Kristo Asafo Mission. Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, the mission’s founder, passed away in 2020. His son, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I, was chosen as his successor. However, this decision has not been without its challenges. Court documents seen by our news agency reveal that a group of disgruntled church members had filed a court injunction to halt the installation process, citing irregularities in the selection process.

Yet, despite these court proceedings, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I was still installed as the new leader of the Kristo Asafo Mission. When asked about the court injunction, a church spokesperson told our news agency that the injunction was not recognized, and the installation process had proceeded as planned.

The alleged shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo remains unconfirmed, but eyewitnesses claim that shots were fired at the scene. The police are investigating the incident, but no further details have been released.

The controversy surrounding the Kristo Asafo Mission raises questions about the leadership of the church and its future direction. As Ghana's religious landscape continues to evolve, the installation of Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I marks a significant chapter in the mission's history. The challenge now lies in navigating the complexities of church politics, balancing tradition and innovation, and ensuring the mission's continued relevance in contemporary Ghana.