Sam George Calls on President Akufo-Addo to Assent to LGBTQ+ Bill

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Following the parliamentary passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2021 on Wednesday, February 28, Samuel Nartey George, the bill's lead sponsor, has called upon President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to officially sign the bill into law, emphasizing the importance of prompt action to enact the legislation.

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In his statement to the Parliamentary Press Corps after the bill's successful passage, the Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram representing the National Democratic Congress (NDC) expressed the collective support and endorsement from MPs for the bill. He specifically thanked his fellow legislators and acknowledged the significant role played by Mr. Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, a former Majority Leader, in ensuring the bill’s progression through Parliament.

Highlighting the unity demonstrated by MPs during the bill's legislative journey, George stressed the bipartisan consensus achieved, stating, "The overwhelming majority from both sides of the aisle have endorsed this bill." This collaborative effort underscores the commitment of Parliament to address issues pertaining to human sexual rights and Ghanaian family values.


Moving forward, George assured ongoing collaboration between MPs and the media to facilitate comprehensive public education on the bill, promoting awareness and understanding among the general populace.

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The bill aims to establish regulations governing human sexual rights and Ghanaian family values, specifically targeting and prohibiting activities related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) individuals. As it stands, the legislation criminalizes LGBTQ+ activities and advocates, imposing penalties ranging from six months to three years of imprisonment for individuals engaged in such acts, with stricter sentencing for promoters and sponsors.

With parliamentary approval secured, the bill now awaits presidential assent to formally become law, signaling a crucial moment in shaping legal frameworks concerning human sexual rights and societal norms in Ghana.

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