The Ministry of Interior has suspended Kantanka Security Services Limited with immediate effect following Sunday’s shooting incident involving Adwoa Safo and brother Israel Kwadwo Safo (alias Akofena).
According to the Interior Ministry, the private security organisation was found to be in violation of sections of the Police Service (Private Security Organisations) Regulations, 1992 (L.I. 1571), including the possession of firearms and unprescribed uniforms.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Interior read, “The Ministry of the Interior has, with immediate effect, suspended the Private Security Organisation (PSO) operating licence for Kantanka Security Services Limited following reports of alleged use of unprescribed uniform, possession and use of firearms and ammunition by personnel of the company in the course of providing private security services on Sunday, 21″ June. 2026, at Kwabenya in Accra.
The decision was taken after preliminary investigations indicated possible violations of the Police Service (Private Security Organisations) Regulations, 1992 (L.I. 1571) which govern the operation of Private Security Organisations in Ghana.
The usage of unprescribed uniforms, unauthorised possession and use of firearms and ammunition as well as security accoutrements by private security personnel, constitutes a serious breach with significant implications for public safety and security.
Consequently, the Ministry has directed the company to immediately cease all operations forthwith pending the conclusion of investigations into the matter.
All institutions are advised to refrain from conducting business with Kantanka Security Services Limited pending the conclusion of investigations and further directives from the Ministry,
The Ministry has further instructed the company to cooperate fully with the Ghana Police Service and to provide all necessary information to facilitate a thorough investigation,
The public is assured that the suspension is an administrative measure intended to safeguard public safety and security while investigations are ongoing. Appropriate action will be taken upon completion of the investigations and in accordance with the laws and regulations governing private security operations in Ghana.
The general public is further entreated to report any unlawful activities involving Private Security Organisations and their personnel to the nearest Police Station. Additionally, Private Security Organisations are reminded of the Public Notice on uniform compliance issued on 5th February 2026 by the Ghana Police Service and are strictly reminded to adhere to it.
The Ministry reiterates its commitment to ensuring strict compliance with all regulatory requirements by Private Security Organisations and will not hesitate to take the necessary action against any PSO found to be in breach of the law”.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has arrested Israel Kwadwo Safo (alias Akofena) and two others over the alleged shooting of his sister, former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo, in Kwabenya.
According to the Police, the suspect voluntarily reported himself to the Regional Police Headquarters on June 22, 2026 and was transferred to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters to assist with investigations.
The Police disclosed that a search conducted at his residence and vehicle in Kwabenya reportedly led to the retrieval of seized weapons & over 190 rounds of ammunition during searches.
The Police, in a statement issued, read, “POLICE ARREST ISRAEL KWADWO SAFO AKOFENA AND TWO OTHERS IN CONNECTION WITH SHOOTING INCIDENT
The Ghana Police Service has arrested Israel Kwadwo Safo, also known as Akofena, in connection with the shooting incident involving former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, on 21st June 2026.
The suspect reported himself to the Regional Police Headquarters on 22nd June 2026 and was subsequently handed over to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters to assist ongoing investigations into the incident.
A search conducted on his vehicle and at his residence at Kwabenya led to the retrieval of 120 rounds of 9mm ammunition, 50 rounds of 45 calibre ammunition, 25 rounds of 40 calibre ammunition, additional loaded magazines, and two Glock pistols; one of which is registered.
Further investigations also led to the arrest of two additional suspects, Nana Kwaku Afriyie and Kwadwo Safo Koomson, in connection with the case.
All the suspects are currently in Police custody, assisting with investigations and will be put before the court on 23rd June 2026”.
See the statement below:
@ghnow_ Kwadwo Safo Akofena receives a rousing welcome from Kristo Asafo Church members as he enters the church, dancing and celebrating to loud cheers from the congregation. #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
