The Board Chair of the Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Professor Audrey Gadzekpo, has condemned the Anti-Gay Bill, deeming it detrimental to societal well-being.

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Ghana's parliament approved the stringent legislation on February 28, prescribing a maximum of five years imprisonment for forming or financing LGBTQ+ groups. The bill, supported by both major political parties, awaits President Akufo-Addo's approval to become law.

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According to the bill, individuals engaged in prohibited activities could face jail terms ranging from 6 months to 3 years, while sponsors and promoters may be imprisoned for 3 to 5 years.

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In an interview on Citi FM's Eyewitness News, Prof. Gadzekpo stressed the crucial importance of upholding rights and freedoms in a constitutional democracy.

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When asked if she found the bill unwholesome, she responded unequivocally, stating, "Absolutely and without any question in my mind." She also expressed skepticism about the quorum during the bill's approval, stating, "I don't even think they had a quorum. It was an empty chamber that I was seeing from my TV."

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