Nothing should stop you from passing anti-LGBTQ+ bill – Catholic Bishops to Mahama

The Ghana Catholic Bishops Conference has urged President John Dramani Mahama’s administration to expedite the reintroduction and passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, popularly called the anti-LGBT bill.

During a meeting on January 14, President Mahama proposed a government-backed bill to replace the current Private Member’s Bill, highlighting its potential for broader consultation and consensus. He also stressed the need to revise school curriculums to instill moral and cultural values aligned with Ghanaian and African traditions.

Most Reverend Matthew Gyamfi, the Conference’s President, insisted the government act swiftly, emphasizing public support for the bill.

“Overwhelmingly, Ghanaians want this bill to become law, and we must respect their wishes,” he stated, dismissing technical arguments that might delay the process.