{
  "id": 3725786,
  "title": "I have no problem with National Cathedral, but its implementation was flawed – Ayariga",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/i-have-no-problem-with-national-cathedral-but-its-implementation-was",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-27T11:31:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/i-have-no-problem-with-national-cathedral-but-its-implementation-was-flawed-ayariga/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga, has expressed support for the concept of a National Cathedral for Ghana's Christian community, despite acknowledging potential flaws in its implementation. Speaking to Parliament's Appointments Committee on Thursday, August 27, Ayariga noted that Ghana is constitutionally a secular state, but emphasized the significant role religion plays in the lives of its citizens. He stated that places of worship, including churches and mosques, are crucial for the practice of religion in the country. Ayariga believes that Ghana is a deeply religious nation and that having cathedrals, church buildings, and mosques is beneficial. Consequently, he sees no issue with the proposal of a National Cathedral for Christians, calling it a \"wonderful, exciting idea.\" However, Ayariga drew a distinction between the concept and its execution, expressing reservations about the proposed location of the cathedral. If approved as Minister, he intends to consult with Christian leaders and President John Dramani Mahama on the matter.",
  "summary": "Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga, has said Ghana’s deeply religious character provides a basis for supporting the idea of a National Cathedral for the Christian community.",
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      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "National Cathedral is a wonderful idea but was badly implemented – Mahama Ayariga",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/national-cathedral-is-a-wonderful-idea-but-was-badly-implemented",
        "published": "2026-08-27T10:31:31.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "There was nothing wrong with National Cathedral, but it was badly executed – Ayariga",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/there-was-nothing-wrong-with-national-cathedral-but-it-was-badly",
        "published": "2026-08-27T12:36:24.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}