Former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has sparked widespread discussion after appearing visibly surprised when children of the late Apostle Safo Kantanka presented extravagant “platinum” funeral invitations complete with iPads preloaded with a documentary on his life.

Dr Bawumia, who received one of the exclusive invitations, appeared visibly stunned by the items presented to him.

The Kantanka family prepared a premium “platinum” invitation box for select guests, including the former vice president.

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The package included the following items: iPad / Tablet — preloaded with a full documentary on Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo Kantanka’s life, achievements, inventions, and legacy, plus additional documents and biographical information.

Bottle of Wine — A bottle of Moët & Chandon (pink champagne-style) prominently featured inside the box.

Hourglass — A decorative hourglass (in a brass/gold frame) symbolising the life and time of the late Apostle.

Golden/Platinum Invitation Plaque or Card — A premium, engraved golden plaque or card with details about the funeral events, featuring a QR code, Apostle Safo’s portrait and official text.

Outer Presentation Box — A high-end black keepsake box housing all the items, with custom branding and Apostle Safo’s imagery on the inside lid.

Reacting to these items in a video shared by THESTATENEWS on X on June 5, 2026, Dr Bawumia was heard saying in Twi dialect, “Menhunu bi da…I haven’t seen anything like this before; this is indeed an Apostle Kwadwo Safo funeral.”

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Meanwhile, the burial dates have been scheduled as July 30, 2026, at Gomoa Mpota in the Central Region; main funeral service July 31, 2026, at Independence Square in Accra and the thanksgiving service on August 8, 2026, in Kumasi.

The family initially planned events for late June but rescheduled them following consultations.

Apostle Safo passed away on September 11, 2025, at the age of 113.

🇬🇭 “I haven’t seen anything like this before; this is indeed an Apostle Kwadwo Safo funeral.”

— Former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, reacted after receiving an official invitation from the Kantanka Family. The platinum invitation package which contained an iPad loaded… pic.twitter.com/4EzawesoLF

— THE STATE NEWS (@THESTATENEWSS) June 4, 2026