Former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo Shot in Apparent Assassination Attempt
Former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo Shot in Apparent Assassination Attempt
June 22, 2026 — Former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo was shot by unknown gunmen near the residence of her brother, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, in what appears to be a targeted attack tied to a leadership succession dispute within the Kristo Asafo Mission.
According to multiple witness accounts, the incident occurred on Sunday afternoon as Safo was traveling in her vehicle near her brother’s home in the Dome area of Accra, where he was reportedly organizing supporters to install himself as the successor to their late father, Apostle Emeritus Kwadwo Safo. The succession process has already become the subject of legal disputes, with some family members challenging attempts to install Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena as the next leader of the Kristo Asafo community.
Witnesses claim that armed men, allegedly acting on the orders of Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, opened fire on Safo’s vehicle, discharging approximately 15 rounds of ammunition. The attackers used high-powered firearms, and one bullet grazed the former legislator near her neck. Despite the intensity of the attack, Safo is reported to be in stable condition and is currently receiving medical attention at an undisclosed facility in Accra.
Police from the Dome District Command were alerted and quickly deployed to the scene to provide security as tensions escalated. Officers established a perimeter and began collecting evidence, including spent shell casings. However, as of the time of reporting, the police have not issued an official statement regarding the incident, and investigations are ongoing to determine the motives and identities of the perpetrators.
The shooting underscores the intense family and political tensions within the Kristo Asafo faction, including ongoing legal battles over leadership succession and the involvement of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), as indicated by the article’s tags. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of public officials and the potential for political violence to spill over into communal spaces, particularly as Ghana approaches another election cycle.
Religious leaders and community activists have echoed calls for calm, urging all parties to allow the investigative process to unfold without interference. They highlighted the importance of respecting the sanctity of life and the need for political disputes to be resolved through dialogue and legal channels rather than violence.
As the investigation continues, authorities have urged the public to remain calm and avoid speculation, emphasizing the need for a thorough and impartial inquiry to bring those responsible to justice. The Kristo Asafo Mission has not yet released an official statement regarding the incident, though sources close to the mission indicate that they are cooperating with investigators.
This attack comes amid a broader context of rising political tensions in Ghana, with various factions vying for influence in the wake of recent elections. It serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of peace and the importance of resolving disputes through dialogue and legal channels rather than violence. The incident also highlights the vulnerability of public officials to targeted attacks, even when they are not currently holding office, and underscores the need for strengthened security measures for public figures.
Political analysts have noted that such incidents are becoming increasingly common in Ghana’s volatile political landscape, where personal ambitions and institutional rivalries often escalate into violence. They warn that without decisive action from authorities to investigate and prosecute such attacks, the country risks normalizing political violence, which could undermine democratic institutions and erode public trust.
The incident also raises questions about the effectiveness of existing security protocols for public officials and the need for a comprehensive review of threat assessment mechanisms.
For now, the focus remains on Safo’s recovery and the ongoing investigation, with the public urged to look to official sources for accurate updates as the situation develops. The incident serves as a call to action for authorities to address the root causes of such violence, including unresolved succession disputes within religious organizations, and to ensure that all citizens can exercise their rights without fear of intimidation or harm.
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