Ghana's Anti-LGBTQ Bill: A New Chapter in the Ongoing Debate

Ghanaian Parliament to Reintroduce Anti-LGBTQ Bill: Majority Chief Whip Speaks Out Ghana is once again grappling with the debate surrounding LGBTQ+ rights as the Family Values Bill, an anti-LGBTQ+ measure, is set for reintroduction in Parliament. Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor recently sat down for an interview to shed light on the matter. Dafeamekpor clarified that the bill's reintroduction is not a simple process of reviving the previous version. He stated, "Parliament, this parliament is just four months old. You know how long it took us to bring that bill to the floor...after two and a half years of preparatory work." This highlights the significant legal and procedural hurdles involved in passing such legislation. The interview also delves into the legal challenges faced in the past and the reasons behind the decision to reintroduce the bill. While the previous iteration of the bill faced significant opposition and legal challenges, the current government's commitment to reintroducing it underscores the ongoing debate surrounding LGBTQ+ rights in Ghana. The interview provides valuable insights into the political maneuvering and legal considerations surrounding this contentious issue. The reintroduction of the bill promises to reignite a national conversation about LGBTQ+ rights and the role of parliament in shaping social policy in Ghana.