Stop Pressuring President Akufo-Addo to Sign Anti-LGBT+ Bill - Freddie Blay to Religious Groups

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Former National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Freddie Blay, has made a plea to religious bodies to refrain from exerting pressure on President Nana Akufo-Addo to sign the controversial bill into law.

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Blay emphasized that the demands from religious groups to expedite the signing of the bill amount to blackmail. He argued that the bill's significance lies not in matters of morality but in the realm of human rights and tolerance. He highlighted that pushing for the bill's enactment based on moral grounds fails to address the absence of similar laws criminalizing adultery, which is also considered morally wrong but not illegal in Ghana.


During an interview with Kwesi Parker-Wilson on Oyerepa TV, Blay underscored the need for society to acknowledge and tolerate the existence of LGBT+ individuals rather than resorting to persecution. He pointed out the societal reality where certain actions, like adultery, are frowned upon but not criminalized, urging a similar approach of acceptance towards the LGBT+ community.

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Blay's remarks seek to foster a more inclusive and understanding society that respects the rights and dignity of all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation. By advocating for tolerance and urging against discriminatory actions, he calls for a nuanced approach that acknowledges the diversity within society.

In his closing statements, Blay made a plea for the tolerance and acceptance of LGBT+ individuals, recognizing the complexities of human existence and the need for compassion and understanding in addressing these issues.

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