National Cathedral Site Should be Converted into Children’s Hospital-Madina MP
The Member of Parliament representing the Madina Constituency, Francis Xavier-Sosu, has voiced a compelling argument for repurposing the land designated for the construction of the National Cathedral into a more impactful national initiative—a dedicated children’s hospital.
In a recent statement, Mr. Xavier-Sosu emphasized his strong belief in the importance of faith, identifying as a Christian who holds his spirituality dear. However, he expressed that transforming the cathedral site into a children’s hospital would serve the nation’s needs more effectively than the original plan of building a religious monument.
He pointed out that the previous government had already invested a staggering GH¢339 million into the cathedral project as of July 2024, a significant sum that raises questions about the priority of such an endeavor. Citing a conversation in Parliament, he referenced the comments made by Abena Osei Asare, the Minister of State at the Finance Ministry. She had addressed an urgent inquiry from the former Deputy Majority Leader, Patricia Appiagyei, regarding the financial allocations and expenditures for the cathedral, further solidifying the notion that this project may not be of utmost priority for the country.
Mr. Xavier-Sosu shared his thoughts during an informal engagement with the media, which took place on the sidelines of a strategic meeting involving Madina’s National Democratic Congress (NDC) executives. The gathering was focused on analyzing the factors that contributed to their electoral success and brainstorming initiatives aimed at securing and enhancing their constituency’s support in the long term.
He urged Ghanaians to remain patient, assuring them that the newly formed NDC government is committed to working tirelessly for the betterment of all citizens. Despite acknowledging the myriad challenges that lie ahead, he confidently stated that solutions would be found promptly, fostering hope for a brighter future.
