Apostle Abraham Lincoln Demands Forensic Audit of National Cathedral Funds, Questions Otabil’s Position

Apostle Abraham Lincoln has strongly criticized the National Cathedral project, questioning its relevance to Ghana and calling for greater accountability over funds allocated to the project. Speaking in an interview with Nhyiraba Kwabena Asirifi on the ICADTV Ghana Nti Morning Show, Apostle Lincoln questioned the recent support expressed by Pastor Mensah Otabil, founder of International Central Gospel Church, for the completion of the National Cathedral. He questioned why Pastor Otabil, who previously withdrew from the National Cathedral Board of Trustees, is now advocating for the project to be completed. Apostle Lincoln called on him to explain the reasons behind his earlier withdrawal and what has changed to make him support the project again. He also questioned the relevance and value of the National Cathedral, arguing that Ghana has more pressing economic and social challenges that require attention. He further questioned the decision to import stones from Israel for the project when Ghana has its own natural stone resources. Apostle Lincoln called for a forensic audit of the National Cathedral project to establish how funds allocated to the project were spent. “A forensic report must be made to look into the amount of money that was given to the committee that failed to build the National Cathedral.” He also demanded answers about the whereabouts and use of the funds that have already been allocated to the project. Apostle Lincoln further challenged former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to explain his claim that God instructed him to build the National Cathedral. He questioned the biblical basis for describing the project as a divine instruction, arguing that the Bible specifically records God instructing King Solomon to build a temple. The Apostle also announced plans to organize a demonstration against the National Cathedral project, saying Ghanaians deserve answers regarding its finances, purpose and management. Turning his attention to religious criticism, Apostle Lincoln argued that religious figures and beliefs can be subjected to legitimate criticism. He cited criticisms of Christianity and Jesus Christ by some Muslim scholars and maintained that no religious figure should be considered beyond criticism. On politics, Apostle Lincoln said he would continue to support the political party he believes in and recalled his contribution to efforts that helped bring the party into power. He also said he would not attack President John Dramani Mahama, regardless of whether the President remembers his past support. “If President Mahama remembers me, God bless him; but if he doesn’t too, God also bless him. I won’t stand anywhere to speak against him.”