{
  "id": 372959,
  "title": "Kristo Asafo Mission reaffirms Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I as successor to founder",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/kristo-asafo-mission-reaffirms-nana-kwadwo-safo-akofena-i-as",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-09T11:51:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/kristo-asafo-mission-reaffirms-nana-kwadwo-safo-akofena-i-as-successor-to-founder/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Kristo Asafo Mission in Ghana has officially recognized Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I as the new leader of the church, following the passing of the founder, Apostle Emeritus Dr Kwadwo Safo Kantanka. The decision was made by the church's council of elders, in line with a pre-established succession plan devised by the late founder. This was announced during a National Joint Intercessory Prayer Service held in memory of the Apostle during the month of his birth. The service, themed \"Intercessory Prayer to Mark the Birth Month of Our Founder As He Rests in His Glory,\" gathered Mission members to honor the founder's life and pray for the church's future.\n\nAccording to the Mission, Apostle Emeritus Dr Kwadwo Safo Kantanka had anticipated the need for a successor and had directed that his three sons should be considered for leadership after his death. The Public Relations Officer of the Kristo Asafo Mission, Akwesi Ofori, disclosed that the council meticulously examined the founder's instructions before choosing Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I. Although acknowledging the difficulty of the decision, Ofori attested to the council's commendable choice following thorough deliberations and consultations. He encouraged the congregation to wholeheartedly support the new leader in upholding the church's vision for continuity and growth. The Mission affirmed that under the new leadership, the church would continue to honor the legacy of its founder while striving to expand the church's mission and activities.",
  "summary": "The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana has confirmed Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I as the new leader of the church following the death of its founder, Apostle Emeritus Dr Kwadwo Safo Kantanka. The Mission said Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I was selected by the council of elders in accordance with a succession arrangement established by […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}