The Ghanaian government has officially dissolved the National Cathedral Secretariat, a project initiated by former President Nana Akufo-Addo as a national Christian worship center and symbol of Ghana’s religious heritage.
The decision marks a significant shift in the government’s stance on the contentious project, which faced widespread criticism over financial handling and execution.
Several allegations of financial mismanagement and corruption emerged during the project’s development.
Minister of State, Felix Kwakye Ofosu confirmed on Channel One TV’s Face to Face program that the government will no longer fund the abandoned project.
“There are outstanding issues regarding procurement processes and payments the contractor is demanding, but nobody will answer because there is no National Cathedral,” Ofosu stated.
“It remains a worthless home. As a point of determination, a decision is going to be made, but what is certain is that President Mahama is not going to put GHS400 million of taxpayers’ money into that project,” he added.
The government’s decision reflects its commitment to prioritizing responsible financial management and transparency in its projects. The National Cathedral project has been a contentious issue, with many questioning its feasibility and impact on Ghana’s development.