Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has publicly called for justice following what she describes as an assassination attempt on her life, saying the incident raises serious concerns about public safety, the protection of women, and the administration of justice in Ghana.
In a statement issued on Friday, July 3, Ms. Safo said the attack occurred on the morning of Sunday, June 21, 2026, when gunshots were fired in her direction. She expressed gratitude for surviving the incident, describing the experience as traumatic, particularly because of the thought of leaving behind her two young children.
“I am profoundly grateful to be alive, and I do not take that reality for granted,” she said, adding that the incident was one she would not wish on anyone.
Ms. Safo said no individual should have to live under the threat of violence or intimidation, especially women who stand by their convictions and responsibilities.
She also questioned what she described as a lack of urgency in pursuing those responsible for the alleged attack, arguing that if such an incident could happen to a public figure without a swift response, it should concern all Ghanaians.
“The seeming lacklustre interest in pursuing and bringing the perpetrators of this heinous crime to book raises very serious concerns for every Ghanaian,” she stated.
Addressing speculation surrounding the circumstances leading to the incident, Ms. Safo dismissed claims that the dispute was related to an ambition to lead the Kristo Asafo Church, church property, or inheritance.
According to her, the matter concerns the implementation of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo’s directives regarding the leadership of the church and the Kantanka Family.
She explained that her late father amended the church’s constitution in 2024, removing Israel Kwadwo Safo as leader of the church and subsequently appointing her as leader of the Kantanka Family in February 2025.
Ms. Safo said that before his death, Apostle Kwadwo Safo instructed her to ensure that the constitutional provisions were upheld, a responsibility she considers a duty as his first child.
She further stated that her late father left a valid will governing the administration of his estate, stressing that issues relating to his properties and inheritance would be addressed through the formal reading and execution of the will.
“I have never sought to draw wealth or personal gain from my late father’s estate or properties,” she said, describing herself as financially independent and committed to upholding her father’s wishes rather than pursuing personal interests.
Ms. Safo thanked her family, siblings, children, medical team, friends, supporters, and the Ghanaian public for their prayers and encouragement following the incident.
She concluded her statement by calling for justice for her late father, herself, her family, the Kristo Asafo Church, the people of Dome-Kwabenya whom she represented for 12 years, women facing intimidation, and all Ghanaians concerned about equal access to justice.
“Justice must not only exist in principle. It must be seen, felt, and experienced by all,” she said.
Authorities are yet to publicly provide detailed updates on investigations into the alleged assassination attempt.
Source :www.kumasimail.com
