Founder and leader of the Ghana Union Movement (GUM), Reverend Kwabena Andrews, intends to file a class action against the President of the Republic, Nana Akufo-Addo, over the National Cathedral project.

According to Reverend Kwabena Andrews popularly known as Osofo Kyiri Abosom, he will take up this action at a time when President Akufo-Addo no longer steers the affairs of the country.

In an interview on UTV, Kyiri Abosom said this would be part of his initiatives when he is elected president one day. He explained that the president would have to answer for the destruction of judges' residence just to make way for a cathedral.

“If I become the president one day, I will take him (Akufo-Addo) to court over the National Cathedral issue, because why will he go and demolish the judge’s building to build the said Cathedral, Cathedral for what?

"All the churches will collapse very soon because we have waited upon the Lord for long and there are no benefits to that effect.”

He additionally put forth the idea of enacting regulations that would confine church services to particular days, with Sundays being the primary focus, in order to strengthen the religious observance.

In his own words, "If it is possible, we should make laws that nobody should go to church on any other day except Sundays. If you will choose Friday, then only Fridays. So, we know that definitely Saturdays and Sundays belong to Christians."

He further suggested that restricting church activities to specific days would reduce noise levels on other days and contribute to a more peaceful environment.

Meanwhile, North Tongu Member of Parliament, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed that despite the suspension of work on the National Cathedral of Ghana project due to a lack of funds, the project's debt continues to grow. As of early August 2023, the accumulated debt has reached a staggering US$52 million.

Ablakwa emphasized that even though construction activities are not currently ongoing, certain contractual obligations are responsible for the ongoing debts. Notably, a concept known as "suspension claims" requires the Ghanaian government to make monthly payments of US$500,000, even during the period of suspended construction. This practice has significantly contributed to the substantial debt that has accrued.

Breaking down the sources of the debt, Ablakwa provided the following information:

A certified claim of US$29 million from Ribade, the company responsible for the construction, arising from their decision to halt work and lay off staff in March 2022.

An interest claim amounting to US$13 million on the aforementioned US$29 million, as reported by the contractors.

An additional debt of US$10 million attributed to the suspension of work itself.

This information underscores the intricate financial challenges associated with managing large-scale infrastructure projects. It highlights the potential financial consequences that can persist even when construction activities are temporarily put on hold.