A private legal practitioner, Kwame Jantuah, has called on the government of President Mahama to summon former president Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to explain public spending on the National Cathedral project, which was never completed.
Speaking on TV3’s Key Points on Saturday, July 19, Mr. Jantuah argued that the project led to financial loss for the state and that Mr. Akufo-Addo should be held accountable.
“Call Former President Akufo-Addo and question him on the National Cathedral issues… He should explain how the money has been spent,” he said. “Let the Attorney‑General take it up and question him.”
Meanwhile, the Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, clarified that it was the National Cathedral Secretariat—not the government—that commissioned Deloitte to audit its accounts. He described this as acceptable management practice but stressed the importance of distinguishing between secretariat and state obligations.
At a press briefing on July 18, Mr. Kwakye Ofosu confirmed that President Mahama has instructed the Attorney‑General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, to initiate a forensic audit and legally terminate the Cathedral’s contract to prevent further losses. This action follows a Deloitte report that uncovered financial irregularities, including procurement misconduct and poor accounting practices.
"The Auditor‑General has therefore been requested to commission a forensic audit into the National Cathedral Project and the activities of the Secretariat,” Mr. Kwakye Ofosu said.
He also noted that governmental steps would be taken after the forensic review is complete, including possible termination of the contract and further legal action to address any impropriety.
