The President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, Most Rev. Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, has urged Parliament to pass the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill in its original form. He warned against any attempts to weaken its provisions. Speaking during a debate on Citi FM regarding the controversial legislation, Most Rev. Gyamfi emphasised that the Catholic Church and other supporters of the bill expect lawmakers to approve the initially submitted version rather than a revised or diluted one.
“We don’t want a disfigured law or a hollow law. Parliament must pass what we sent to them,” he stated. He added, “We are watching them; they should do what Ghanaians want.” The bishop further stressed that any significant changes to the bill could undermine its intended purpose and fail to address the concerns that led to its introduction.
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He argued that proponents of the legislation have consistently advocated for measures they believe reflect Ghana’s cultural, religious, and family values. The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, widely referred to as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, has remained one of Ghana’s most debated pieces of legislation, drawing both local and international attention.
Supporters of the bill argue that it aims to preserve traditional family values, while critics warn that it could violate fundamental human rights and freedoms. Most Rev. Gyamfi’s remarks contribute to the increasing calls from religious groups urging Parliament to expedite the consideration of the bill and uphold its key provisions. His comments are likely to intensify discussions as lawmakers continue to deliberate on the future of the legislation.
The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference is one of the religious bodies that has publicly endorsed the bill, asserting that it aligns with the moral convictions and social values of many Ghanaians. Parliament has yet to indicate when it will take the next significant step regarding the proposed legislation, which remains a topic of intense national debate.
Source: King Edward Ambrose Washman/peacefmonline.com
