The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana has officially installed Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I as the new head of the church, marking a significant leadership transition following the passing of its founder, Apostle Emeritus Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka.
The announcement was made on Sunday, June 21, 2026, through the church’s official social media platforms, where a video of the installation ceremony was shared with members and the public.
In a statement accompanying the video, the church described the elevation of Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I, the son of the late founder, as a historic milestone in the mission’s journey. The leadership expressed confidence in his ability to lead the church and offered prayers for wisdom, strength and divine guidance as he assumes his new role.
The mission also emphasized its commitment to preserving and advancing the vision, values and legacy established by Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka over the years.
The installation, however, comes amid an ongoing legal dispute over the church’s succession process. Two senior members of the Kristo Asafo Mission have filed a suit at the High Court challenging the legitimacy of the succession, arguing that constitutional amendments made in 2024 altered the line of succession and raised questions about Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I’s eligibility to assume leadership.
The plaintiffs are seeking court declarations and injunctions aimed at halting the succession process pending a determination of the matter.
Meanwhile, the church has also responded to reports linking its premises to an alleged shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament, Sarah Adwoa Safo.
While some media reports suggested an altercation occurred at a church property in Kwabenya, the Kristo Asafo Mission has strongly denied claims that any shooting took place on its premises, describing the allegations as false and misleading.
Authorities are continuing investigations into the incident as questions surrounding both the succession process and the reported altercation remain under scrutiny.
