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Former president Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, was among many statemen who eulogized the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka.

The Kantanka family exactly a day today, on October 20, 2025, held a 40-day observance in honour of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, the renowned Ghanaian inventor, industrialist and founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana, following his passing.

The solemn observance brought together family members, associates and well-wishers to pay tribute to the man widely celebrated for his contributions to Ghana’s technological innovation, automobile manufacturing and religious life.

A year after the event, GhanaWeb revisits the story of how Former President Akufo-Addo honoured the legacy of the man affectionately known as the “Star of Africa.”

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'He wasn't just a friend, he became family'- Akufo-Addo mourns Apostle Safo

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has paid glowing tribute to the late founder of Kristo Asafo Mission, Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, describing him as a genius whose life transformed countless others.

In a tribute to mark the 40th Day Observation of Apostle Safo’s passing, the former President reflected on a friendship that spanned decades, grounded in mutual respect, humility, and shared devotion to Ghana’s progress.

See Adwoa Safo in deep reflection as family marks 40th day observance