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President Nana Akufo-Addo on Monday, March 6, 2017, cut the sword for the construction of a national cathedral of interdenominational worship in Accra.
The president did this before heading to the Independence Square for the national parade which was held on the same day.
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He revealed this when he when he delivered his speech at the Independence Square. He mentioned that many leading figures of faith in Ghana support this idea.
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“I am happy to announce that on my way to these grounds, Independence Square, I stopped to perform a very important duty. I have this morning cut the sod for the commencement of the building of a national cathedral of interdenominational worship in our capital, Accra, which is supported by many of our leading figures of faith.”
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“It is meant to be a gesture of thanksgiving to the Almighty for the blessings he has showered and continues to shower on our nation.”
Christians in Ghana belong to various denominations. The country has few interdenominational churches nationwide.
This cathedral when completed will add to the few existing ones and will also encourage unity in worship and service to God.