Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka Passes Away at 77 Years: “May He RIP”
- The founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission and popular Ghanaian industrialist, Apostle Kwadwo Safo, has died
- A statement signed by Sarah Adwoa Safo indicated that the philanthropist died peacefully on Thursday, September 14, 2025
- The family begged for privacy while they mourned their father and said they would share the burial details in due course
Apostle Kwadwo Safo, founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission and a prominent Ghanaian industrialist, has passed away at the age of 77.
This was contained in a statement issued by his daughter, Sarah Adwoa Safo, to inform the public of the demise of her father.
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According to the statement, Apostle Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as “Kantanka, the African Star,” died peacefully on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
"With profound sorrow and deepest grief, the Safo Family and the Kristo Asafo Church announce the peaceful passing of Ghana’s beloved man of God, the greatest technological icon, philanthropist, agriculturalist, and industrialist popularly referred to as “Kantanka, the African Star”.
"Our dearest father passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 11, 2025."
In the statement, Adwoa Safo quoted a Bible scripture to indicate that they have been comforted even though they mourn.
“Apostle Safo was a true genius, the beacon of hope for many, a father to the fatherless. Ghana has indeed lost a gallant son and a true legend.”
“His unique persona was shaped by his life struggles, dreams, resilience, courage, determination, and dedication to His calling and conviction,” the statement added.
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The family pleaded with the public to respect their privacy as they mourn their father and leader.
“During this time of grief, we humbly request that the general public respect the privacy of the family and loved ones.”
“The burial and funeral arrangements shall be duly communicated in the coming days.”
Ghanaians mourn Apostle Kwadwo Safo
YEN.com.gh collated some social media reactions to the demise of Apostle Kwadwo Safo. Read them below:
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@sarkodie said:
"Rest well, Papa 🙏🏿 . A true star of Africa has fallen! Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka 🕊️."
@45_Coinz wrote:
"I hope President John Mahama met Apostle Kwadwo Safo for him to reveal the 24-year secret the pastor said the last time .😭😭😭RIP Apostle Kwadwo Safo."
@WizzyBone01 said:
"Sad year 💔💔most heroes are falling."
@Lechiboroni wrote:
"Now let’s visit the earlier prophecy and get ready for the repercussions 😭🤦🏿RIP great man ‼️."
@am_pending said:
"Sad….Now watch how people start appreciating him🤦🏾."
@figo_Officiall wrote:
"Prophet Roja prophesied about him, and I hope the Government officials went to him before his demise."
@Makaveli_J7 said:
"Herh😔. I wanted to meet him and tell him to help my mom and i take out the gold and glasses my grandma left my mom on a farm she gave to her. He was the only one I had hope in that he’d do it😔. Rest in peace, King."
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YEN.com.gh reported that a Ghanaian content creator, Osanju Frimpong Elvis, popularly known as Osanju, died on Monday, September 1, 2025.
Osanju's demise was just five months after he buried his late mother.
Osnaju's death got many sad on social media, while others also expressed disbelief.
Source: YEN.com.gh
