Former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has confirmed that Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka will not receive a full state burial, revealing that the late inventor personally instructed his family before his passing that he did not want one.
Speaking to the media during funeral preparations, Adwoa Safo said, “Our father made it clear to us while he was alive that he did not want a state burial. The state is aware of the arrangement. Our father made it clear that if he’s dead, we shouldn’t make his burial a state burial, but rather, there’s something called state-assisted burial.”
The politician confirmed that the family is working closely with President John Dramani Mahama and the government to ensure the burial is conducted in line with the late Apostle’s wishes while still reflecting the magnitude of his legacy.
“We all know John Mahama has our father at heart and knows the legacy he’s left behind. With the arrangement and collaboration with him, we believe it will be a state-assisted burial,” she added.
The burial service has been set for July 30, 2026, at Gomoa Mpota, with a national farewell ceremony at Black Star Square in Accra the following day, July 31, 2026.
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