‘I don’t own a gun’ — Adwoa Safo denies shooting allegations
Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has denied allegations that she was armed or discharged a firearm during a shooting incident at a property linked to her brother in Kwabenya.
“I don’t own a gun, I didn’t shoot a gun and I will never shoot a gun,” she stated in a private interaction with journalists while receiving treatment after the incident.
Her comments come amid widespread claims and counterclaims over the violent confrontation that occurred on June 21, 2026, at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, also known as Akofena, which is connected to the Kristo Asafo Mission leadership dispute.
Adwoa Safo rejected suggestions that she arrived at the premises with any intent to provoke violence, insisting she visited purely as a family member.
According to her, she went to the residence alone and without a security escort, stressing that the matter was a private family issue rather than a confrontation.
She also dismissed reports alleging that she drove into the gate of the property before the shooting incident, challenging claims that her vehicle showed any signs of collision beyond damage linked to gunfire.
The former Gender, Children and Social Protection Minister further expressed shock at what she described as false narratives being spread about her involvement in the incident, particularly claims that she was armed.
Her remarks follow a statement from the Kristo Asafo Mission rejecting reports that she was shot during the incident. The church insisted that no gunfire was directed at her and alleged instead that she drove into the entrance gates of the property after a church-related event, causing damage to the facility and endangering worshippers present.
Security personnel reportedly intervened to prevent further escalation, according to the church’s account, which also urged the public to rely on verified information as investigations continue.
The incident, which has triggered competing accounts from involved parties, is linked to a broader succession dispute within the Kristo Asafo Mission following the death of its founder, Apostle Professor Kwadwo Safo.
In the aftermath, the Ghana Police Service confirmed the arrest of Israel Safo and two others to assist with investigations. Police say a search uncovered firearms, ammunition, and loaded magazines, while the suspects have been charged with offences including possession and use of offensive weapons and causing unlawful damage.
All accused persons have since been granted bail by the court as proceedings continue, with the case expected to resume amid ongoing investigations into the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the underlying leadership dispute.
