The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has been reintroduced to Parliament for consideration, according to Assin South MP, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour.

This legislation aims to outlaw LGBTQ+ activities while criminalizing their advocacy, promotion, and funding. It was initially approved by the 8th Parliament but did not receive presidential assent under former President Nana Akufo-Addo.

In an interview with Citi FM on Thursday, February 27, Mr. Ntim Fordjour urged President John Dramani Mahama to endorse the bill once it is passed by the current Parliament.

“Myself, Sam George, Hon Bedzrah, Hon Alhassan Tampuli, Hon Abdul Kabiru, Hon Ekow Vincent—we have reintroduced it to support its swift passage so that he can assent to it. The bill has been admitted and received, and the necessary processes will now commence,” he stated.

Expressing optimism about its approval, he added, “It is the same bill, so we do not expect any delays. Our chiefs, imams, clergymen, and the coalition that supported us previously remain firmly behind us. The Speaker is also in favour, so we anticipate a swift passage.”