The Communications Director of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has asked the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) to refrain from politicising the National Cathedral project. Rather than engaging in political rhetoric, he urged the NDC to focus on crafting a campaign message that resonates with the Ghanaian populace in preparation for the […]
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Minister-designate seeks Parliamentary support for completion of National Cathedral
Mr. Andrew Egyapa Mercer, the Minister-designate for the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, is lobbying for parliamentary backing to conclude the National Cathedral project, which has encountered significant contention. Originally scheduled for completion by March 2024, the cathedral’s construction has encountered setbacks. During his vetting by Parliament’s Appointments Committee on March 5, 2024, Mr. […]
Parliamentary oversight not done on social media – Cathedral Secretariat to Ablakwa
The National Cathedral Secretariat has responded to a series of allegations made by the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa on how it was going about its operations in the United States of America (USA) in relation to the cathedral project. Mr Ablakwa in a post on social media and some radio interviews […]
Duncan Williams, Eastwood Anaba call for suspension of National Cathedral construction until independent audit
Two eminent clergymen and members of the Board of Trustees of the controversial National Cathedral project have called for its immediate suspension and audit. The two – Archbishop Duncan Williams and Reverend Eastwood Anaba say their call is based on the controversies surrounding the project. According to them, the suspension will pave the way for […]
We cannot all have our way — Trustees Chairman
The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the National Cathedral project, Apostle Prof. Kwadwo Opoku Onyinah, has explained that given the membership of the board and the divergent views they represent, it is not possible for all members to have their way. That, however, does not also mean that their opinions are not considered […]
You can’t have your views accepted always – National Cathedral Board of Trustees tells Bishop Dag
The Board of Trustees of the controversial National Cathedral project has responded to the presiding Bishop of the Lighthouse Group of Churches, Bishop Dag Heward-Mills over comments made in his resignation letter. According to Board, the respected preacher, and all other members of the trusteeship, should appreciate that they will not always have their ways […]
National Cathedral project will rake in more revenue
The National Cathedral of Ghana (NCG) project has a sustainable economic model which is expected to rake in $95m in the first five years of its operation, the Executive Director of the NCG Secretariat, Dr Paul Opoku-Mensah, has said. The economic model is made up of about 10 revenue streams which include multi-purpose rental spaces, an over 1,000-seater banquet hall, a […]
Akufo-Addo donates ₵100,000 for continuation of National Cathedral
President Akufo-Addo has donated GHC100,000 to the National Cathedral Secretariat for the continuation of the project. Speaking at the Bible reading marathon ongoing at the project site, the President reiterated his conviction to build the cathedral, noting that it is not only his pledge but an act of thanksgiving for God’s mercies and grace on […]
National Chief Imam gives GHC50,000 towards construction of National Cathedral
The supreme leader of the Islamic community in Ghana Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu has on Thursday made a donation of GHC50,000 (US$8000) to help in the construction of a National Cathedral for Christians. The cathedral is a personal project spearheaded by the nation’s president Nana Akufo-Addo at a cost of $200 million (169 million euros). He said it is […]
Adom Fm Presenter Captain Smart carries bag of cement in support of National Cathedral
Vociferous radio personality, Captain Smart has taken his support for the construction of the National Cathedral to another level. A picture has emerged of the versatile radio presenter carrying a bag of cement to the site of cathedral with some officials of the National Cathedral Secretariat welcoming him. BestNewsGH.com can report that the picture has […]
Joyce Dzidzor Mensah is a criminal and an imposter, she must be arrested-Rev Dr. Frimpong Manso
The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God Church and one of the trustees of the National Cathedral Project Rev. Dr. Paul Frimpong Manso has called for the arrest of former HIV ambassador, Joyce Dzidzor Mensah for impersonation. According to him, Ms. Mensah is a criminal and an imposter who should be apprehended by the […]
Gov’t will not send an HIV patient to raise funds for National Cathedral-Pius Enam Hadzide fires Joyce Mensah
Deputy Information Minister, Pius Enam Hadzide has said government did not sanction or send former HIV/Aids Ambassador Joyce Dzidzor Mensah to solicit funds abroad to support the construction of the National Cathedral. The HIV/Aids ambassador in a video that has since gone viral was seen, bowl in hand, soliciting funds from passengers in a train […]