Speaker Bagbin vows to ensure passage of Anti-LGBTQ Bill in 2025

Addressing traditional leaders and National Democratic Congress (NDC) supporters on January 26, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, emphasized his dedication to protecting Ghanaian cultural and moral values. He expressed his readiness to make personal sacrifices, boldly stating, “I can lose my life for this cause.”

The Speaker has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to ensuring the passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the Anti-LGBTQ Bill, into law this year.

Bagbin revealed his intention to formally seek guidance from the Minister for Justice and Attorney General to advance the stalled bill. The proposed legislation, which expired with the 8th Parliament in 2024, had been passed by Parliament but failed to receive presidential assent.

Reflecting on the bill’s previous rejection, Bagbin criticized the former president’s decision not to sign it into law, describing it as unconstitutional. “The LGBTQ bill was passed by Parliament, but the former president refused to assent to it, which was unconstitutional. Parliament is the authority for passing laws, not the president. That decision was wrong, and all of you punished him for that,” he remarked.

Bagbin assured his audience that the new administration would act swiftly on the bill. He pledged to work closely with the Attorney General and Minister for Justice to ensure the legislation is resubmitted for presidential assent.

“This will not take time; it will be passed this year. It is ungodly, and nobody should joke with me on this,” he reiterated, underscoring his determination to see the bill enacted without delay.

The Speaker’s strong stance has reinforced his resolve to uphold what he considers the moral fabric of Ghanaian society, assuring supporters that the legislation will soon become law.

By: Linda Akite