We need National Cathedral as a nation; it must be completed – Afenyo-Markin
The Minority in Parliament has restated its belief that the National Cathedral remains an important national project that ought to be finished. At a meeting with the Christian Council, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin argued that the facility should not be seen only as a place of worship. He said it also has the potential to […]
The Minority in Parliament has reaffirmed its conviction that the National Cathedral holds significance for the nation and must be completed. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader, emphasized that the cathedral is not merely a place of worship but also a potential tourism attraction, a means to enhance Ghana's international image, and a unifying landmark for the country.
"This National Cathedral, we need it as a nation. It shouldn’t be too simplistic that cathedral is just for prayer. It is also for tourism," he asserted.
Afenyo-Markin drew a parallel with an old mosque in Turkey, which attracts around 4,000 visitors daily due to its historical and architectural value. He argued that a finished National Cathedral could serve all Ghanaians, become a significant tourist destination, and provide a common rallying point for the nation. He stressed that the cathedral's benefits extend beyond the Christian community, making it a vital asset for the entire nation.
However, Afenyo-Markin criticized the government for sending contradictory signals about the future of the project site. He expressed a lack of clarity regarding the government's intentions for the site, stating that there is no consensus on how the area should be utilized. The Minority Leader called for wider consultations among stakeholders to determine the next steps for the National Cathedral.
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