Businessman and politician Kennedy Ohene Agyapong has paid glowing tribute to Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, describing the late industrialist as “a true titan of Ghanaian innovation and a visionary leader.”
“I have always believed profoundly in his work and had hoped our nation could provide the strategic support necessary to propel his inventions onto the global stage. While we may regret past opportunities, the monumental legacy he leaves behind will forever serve as our inspiration,” Agyapong said.
Reflecting on the significance of Apostle Safo’s achievements, he added:
“Apostle Safo’s life work proved a powerful truth: that the Ghanaian is capable of achieving anything. He shattered any lingering doubts about our ability to innovate, build and create a self-reliant nation.
“His legacy is a solemn promise that with determination and belief in ourselves, we can and will chart our own path to prosperity. May his revolutionary spirit continue to guide us. Rest in eternal peace.”
The Safo family and the Kristo Asafo Church earlier revealed on Sunday, September 14 that Apostle Safo died on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
In a statement signed by his daughter, former Dome Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo, he was remembered as “a true genius, the beacon of hope for many, a father to the fatherless.”
“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, 11 September 2025,” the statement read.
The family further anchored their tribute in scripture:
“Romans 14:8 states; ‘For if we live, we live to the Lord and if we die, we die to the Lord.’ 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.”
They concluded by describing his unique persona as one shaped by “life struggles, dreams, resilience, courage, determination and dedication to his calling and conviction.”
