Sarah Adwoa Safo's vehicle reportedly attacked by gunmen near brother's residence
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Former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament, Sarah Adwoa Safo, is reportedly receiving medical treatment after her vehicle was allegedly fired upon by gunmen near the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, also known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena. The incident occurred on Sunday at Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena鈥檚 residence, where he was reportedly organizing supporters for his succession as leader of the Kristo Asafo Mission. Police from the Dome District Command were deployed to the scene. Witnesses claim armed men, allegedly acting on Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena's orders, discharged about 15 rounds, with one bullet reportedly grazing the former legislator near her neck. She was rushed for medical attention and is in stable condition. This incident takes place amidst rising tensions and legal disputes within the Kristo Asafo family regarding the succession of the late Apostle Emeritus Kwadwo Safo. The Ghana Police Service has not yet issued an official statement, but investigations are expected to follow.
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