
In gratitude to God for winning the 2016 elections, former Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo promised to build a national cathedral. But the project was uncompleted before his term ended. The promise never came to pass.
In actuality, the project used approximately $58 million of the $400 million that was anticipated to be spent on the building. This contentious project was the subject of “hot” debates, with some urging the President to stop from carrying out the erection because it was a personal vow to God.
Shortly after leaving the government, a number of people have signed a petition to convert the Cathedral into a tourist park or garden. These individuals believe that the site (Ridge, Accra), which is in the heart of the capital, would be ideal for a lovely park that would bring in money for the nation.
Iconic parks can be found in the center of bustling business districts in many major cities across the world, encircled by tall steel and concrete structures. These parks, which provide areas for rest, play, and introspection, are essential reminders to people to take a break and rejuvenate in the midst of hectic life, hectic business, and unchecked urban growth.
City Park is located in Nairobi, Joubert Park is located in Johannesburg, and KLCC Park is located in Kuala Lumpur. Hyde Park in London is one of hundreds alongside hundreds of smaller parks and green spaces in every neighborhood. Central Park is inextricably linked to New York. These cities are actually found all over the world. According to the petition signatories, Accra merits a park of this kind.
A greenfield space is available because not much has happened since the site was cleared approximately eight years ago, despite the contentious demolition of concrete buildings to make room for the proposed Cathedral.
The group is now proposing that the cathedral site be turned into what they refer to as— Accra Central Park or Accra Grand Park. Thousands of people from Ghana and beyond are currently signing the petition for a change: Sign Petition Here
They are pleading with Ghana’s new government to take immediate action to designate this location as a suitable natural sanctuary in the center of the city. They claim that in addition to improving the city’s aesthetics and livability, this will leave a lasting legacy for future generations, who will surely appreciate the initiative and foresight.