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Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Fresh twist: Akofena and two others arrested over Adwoa Safo shooting

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The Ghana Police Service has arrested Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, in connection with the shooting incident involving former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo.

According to the Police, the suspect voluntarily reported to the Regional Police Headquarters on Sunday, June 22, 2026, and was subsequently transferred to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters to assist with ongoing investigations.

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A search conducted on his vehicle and residence at Kwabenya led to the discovery of a cache of ammunition and firearms, including 120 rounds of 9mm ammunition, 50 rounds of .45 calibre ammunition, 25 rounds of .40 calibre ammunition, several loaded magazines, and two Glock pistols, one of which is registered in his name.

Further investigations resulted in the arrest of two additional suspects, identified as Nana Kwaku Afriyie and Kwadwo Safo Koomson, for their alleged involvement in the incident.

The Police indicated that all three suspects remain in custody and are assisting with investigations. They are expected to be arraigned before the court today, Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

The shooting incident, which left the former lawmaker receiving medical treatment, has generated widespread public attention and intensified calls for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attack.

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