{
  "id": 4875568,
  "title": "Christian Council expresses readiness to support construction of National Cathedral",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/christian-council-expresses-readiness-to-support-construction-of",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-01T14:14:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/christian-council-expresses-readiness-to-support-construction-of-national-cathedral/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Christian Council of Ghana has expressed its willingness to lend support to the completion of the National Cathedral, according to a recent meeting with the new Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga. General Secretary Cyril Fayose emphasized to the Minister the importance of adhering to his vetting statement that there is no inherent issue with constructing the National Cathedral. The Council, Fayose stated, is prepared to pool resources and collaborate with the government to ensure the project's successful completion. He also suggested the Council's readiness to engage stakeholders and contribute towards finding sustainable means to finish the project. In response, Minister Ayariga reiterated his stance that it is not inherently wrong to construct a cathedral or mosque using state funds, provided proper approvals are obtained from Parliament. He further explained that once he settles into office, he plans to meet with Christian and other religious leaders to discuss various ways the National Cathedral could be built in accordance with President John Dramani Mahama's directive. This meeting aims to explore potential funding options and other mechanisms for the completion of this contentious project.",
  "summary": "The Christian Council of Ghana has expressed its readiness to support efforts to complete the construction of the National Cathedral. The Council made its position known during a meeting with the newly appointed Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga. General Secretary of the Christian Council, Cyril Fayose, urged the Minister to […]",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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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."
}