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June 2, 2026
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Speaker directs Parliament to reconsider passage of Anti-LGBTQ Bill
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Key Points
- Speaker Alban Bagbin has directed Ghana's Parliament to revisit the passage of the controversial Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill (anti-LGBTQ+ bill).
- This directive is due to concerns that the reported bipartisan support in the committee report was not clearly demonstrated during the bill's passage on the floor.
- Bagbin emphasized the importance of broad parliamentary support, bipartisan cooperation, and strict adherence to constitutional procedures for legislation of such national importance.
- President John Mahama has also stated that the bill faces further scrutiny before his assent, citing procedural issues and potential lack of quorum during its passage.
- The bill, which seeks to prohibit LGBTQ+ activities, remains a subject of intense public and international debate regarding its implications for human rights and constitutional freedoms.
Why This Matters
This development is crucial for Ghana as it directly questions the integrity and legitimacy of its legislative process, particularly for a highly controversial bill with significant human rights implications. The Speaker's intervention underscores the importance of procedural compliance and constitutional adherence, which can impact public trust in governance and Ghana's international standing regarding democratic principles.
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