Physician and political activist Dr. Arthur Kobina Kennedy has fiercely criticized the National Cathedral project, labeling it a “crime scene” and a clear case of financial loss to the state.
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Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, July 19, Dr. Kennedy denounced the project as a glaring example of misplaced national priorities and failed leadership at every level of government.
“Nothing has shaken my confidence in the common sense of Ghana’s leadership more than the National Cathedral,” he said. “From the president to parliament to religious leaders, it is unconscionable.”
Dr. Kennedy condemned the spending of $100 million on the stalled project in a country struggling with basic infrastructure and education needs.
“This is a textbook case of financial loss. The government has no business building cathedrals when children still learn under trees.”
He also took aim at democratic institutions for failing to safeguard public interest. He accused the Supreme Court of being politicized and Parliament of failing to hold the executive accountable.
“We know the basics, government should not be building cathedrals, paying for pilgrimages, or meddling in religious affairs,” he emphasized.
Commenting on the Deloitte and Touche audit, Dr. Kennedy said the findings revealed inconsistencies and unsupported claims by the National Cathedral board.
“For two years, the board made significant statements that were not backed by facts or documents. That’s why the project stalled.”
He further alleged that the board initially resisted making the audit findings public and only shared selective summaries to deflect criticism.
“They were waving the audit at us, claiming no wrongdoing, yet refusing to release the full report.”
In a scathing conclusion, Dr. Kennedy warned that the National Cathedral project should serve as a lasting lesson.
“Let it stand as a sentinel in the night, warning of what arrogance, unchecked power, and misguided leadership can do to a republic.”
