By Ashiadey Dotse
The Board of Directors of the National Cathedral of Ghana has dismissed media reports suggesting that the site for the National Cathedral will be turned into a Cultural Convention Centre.
In a statement released after an emergency meeting on July 7, 2025, the Board said it has not received any official communication or confirmation about such a decision. The Board said it remains committed to the completion of the Cathedral project.
The National Cathedral, according to the Board, was designed to serve as a sacred space for major national religious activities such as state funerals, national thanksgiving services, and prayer events. It is also meant to be a tourist attraction, with facilities like a Bible Museum and a Biblical Garden.
The statement added that the land for the project was officially given by the state to the National Cathedral of Ghana, which is registered as a company limited by guarantee. Construction began in 2021, and about 76% of the foundational work has been completed.
The Board clarified that the suspension of work on the site was mainly due to a lack of funds, politicization, and public criticism that affected fundraising efforts. However, they insisted that the project has not been abandoned. An audit by Deloitte and Touche confirmed that all funds were used properly for agreed-upon works.
The Executive Director, Dr. Paul Opoku-Mensah, said the Board is now exploring ways to finish the project, including involving both the government and the private sector in a new partnership. He said the Cathedral will be a place for all Ghanaians, serving both religious and national purposes.
