Anti-LGBTQ Bill: Brace up for consequences - Ho Central MP to Ghanaians

Richmond Edem Kpotosu urged Ghanaians to prepare for the repercussions of passing and approving the Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Bill 2025. He warned that the country might face certain penalties due to its stance against same-sex practices and marriages, such as reduced aid and other opportunities. He stated, "So, my dear constituents, let us brace ourselves for any consequences following the President's assent. We may suffer, but we shall prevail."

Mr. Kpotosu criticised claims by a minority in parliament that the bill had been amended before its passage, asserting that President Akufo-Addo would not have signed it in its current form. He said, "if they submitted the same version that we passed yesterday to Akufo-Addo, he would not sign it because he has already made up his mind not to sign." Mr. Kpotosu also condemned the xenophobic attacks in South Africa, expressing solidarity with Ghanaian victims.

The roundtable discussion on the Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Bill 2025 involved youth leaders, security personnel, civil society organisations, clergy, Muslim leaders, traditional elders, and members of the public. Discussions centred on maintaining the country's moral standards, safeguarding society, and preventing the infiltration of foreign cultures that promote immorality, homosexuality, and other vices. The event concluded with participants committing to promoting respectful and informed discourse as the nation navigates complex social and legal changes.