National Cathedral Board Dissolved; Site Handover Ordered by Oct. 31, 2026
President John Dramani Mahama dissolved the National Cathedral Board of Trustees.
In Brief
- •President John Dramani Mahama dissolved the National Cathedral Board of Trustees.
- •Trustees must hand over the cathedral project site to the Ministry by October 31, 2026.
- •Dr Joshua Jebuntie Zaato urges the government to clarify the future use of the site and disclose findings of corruption investigations.
- •Deloitte audit identified financial irregularities and procurement breaches; a forensic audit has been ordered.
- •The dissolution followed the closure of the National Cathedral Secretariat and earlier audit processes.
Why It Matters
The National Cathedral project has been a focal point of political debate in Ghana since the 2024 elections, with allegations of corruption and financial mismanagement. The dissolution of its governing board and the mandated handover to the Ministry signal a shift toward greater governmental oversight and potential redefinition of the project's role in national development. Clarifying the project's future and the outcomes of investigations is essential for restoring public trust and ensuring that public resources are used transparently and effectively.
Key Details
- Site Handover Deadline
- October 31, 2026
- Audit Findings
- Financial irregularities and procurement breaches identified by Deloitte
- Forensic Audit Ordered
- Yes
- Dissolution Decision Date
- 2026-09-18
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