Minority Caucus Issues Ultimatum on Approval of Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill

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The Minority Caucus in Parliament has issued a firm ultimatum against further delays in the approval process of the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, which aims to uphold human sexual rights and Ghanaian family values.

Related To This: Alexander Afenyo-Markin Halts Passage of Anti-LGBTQ Bill

Minority Chief Whip, Governs Agbodza, stressed the urgency for completing all necessary consultations regarding proposed amendments to the bill by Deputy Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, before the looming deadline of Wednesday. 

Agbodza underscored that any actions prolonging the process beyond this point would not be tolerated by the Minority Caucus.

The bill, which previously received Parliamentary approval on February 8, outlines penalties such as three-to-five years' imprisonment for promoting or sponsoring LGBTQ activities and a minimum of six months to a maximum of three years for direct involvement in such activities. However, Afenyo-Markin's reservations on a specific clause led to the bill's delay during the third reading, sparking debates over its content and implications.


While Afenyo-Markin aligns with the bill's principles, he objects to provisions that may lead to the incarceration of individuals engaged in LGBTQ activities. Despite his support for the bill's overarching goals, specific aspects, particularly related to imprisonment clauses, have become focal points of disagreement, leading to the current legislative standoff.

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In response to the delays caused by Afenyo-Markin's concerns, the Minority Chief Whip reiterated the caucus's stance against any further hindrances in the bill's progression. Agbodza firmly communicated that the Minority Caucus remains steadfast in their position and will not entertain further postponements, signaling a zero-tolerance policy toward any actions perceived as filibustering post the specified deadline.

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