Former National Chairman of the (NPP), Freddie Blay, has described the public uproar over the National Cathedral as "petty," arguing that the project, though controversial, remains a long-term national asset that future governments will revisit and complete.

Speaking in a yet-to-air interview, Blay said criticisms against the project are largely driven by political mischief rather than objective national interest. "To me, this National Cathedral thing is petty.

People may not see the need now, but they'll find a use for it later on," he asserted. "I supported it.

I thought it was a good idea.