The Kristo Asafo Mission has officially dismissed reports circulating on social media that its founder, Apostle Dr. Ing. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, will be buried on July 30. Akofena Safo Kantanka, the son of the late founder, described these reports as false and misleading during a press conference on Monday, July 27.
Akofena Safo Kantanka clarified that no specific date has been set for the burial of the renowned inventor, industrialist, and religious leader. He strongly urged members of the church, sympathisers, and the general public to disregard all information regarding funeral arrangements from unofficial sources. He stressed, "There will be no burial on July 30."
This announcement comes amidst widespread public interest in the funeral arrangements for Apostle Dr. Ing. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka. His passing prompted an outpouring of tributes across Ghana. The Kristo Asafo Mission is a significant religious and industrial entity in Ghana, with its founder celebrated for his contributions to indigenous technology and local production through the Kantanka Group of Companies.
Akofena Safo Kantanka explained that the Kantanka family has not yet announced any burial date. He stated that all information suggesting otherwise is inaccurate. Preparations for the funeral are still being handled by the family and relevant authorities. Any official details will be communicated through authorised channels only.
He cautioned the public against relying on information from social media and other unofficial platforms. He emphasised that only announcements issued by the Kantanka family should be considered authentic. He appealed to the public to exercise restraint and verify information before sharing it. This will help prevent the spread of misinformation.
Apostle Dr. Ing. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission and the Kantanka Group of Companies, is widely celebrated. His contributions to industrialisation, engineering innovation, and technological advancement in Ghana are significant. Through the Kantanka Automobile Company and several manufacturing enterprises, he championed indigenous technology and promoted local production.
His death led to numerous tributes from government officials, religious leaders, and the business community. They praised his legacy as one of Ghana's foremost inventors and industrial pioneers. The Kantanka family has assured the public that comprehensive details of the funeral programme will be announced officially. This will happen once all arrangements have been finalised.
The public should remain vigilant against unverified information. They should await official communication from the Kantanka family regarding the final funeral rites. This situation highlights the need for accurate information dissemination, especially concerning prominent public figures.