Parliament Will Pass Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill When It Reconvenes — Alban Bagbin

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has assured that the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, will be passed by the current Parliament.

He made the remarks during the Kasoa Traditional Leaders and Stakeholders Forum, which brought together community leaders, residents, and government officials to discuss development issues affecting the municipality.

Mr. Bagbin explained that the delay in the bill becoming law followed the decision by the former President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, not to assent to it after it was passed by the previous Parliament.

According to him, the bill emerged from extensive public consultations and reflects views expressed by many citizens, including traditional authorities.

He stressed that Parliament remains committed to ensuring the legislation reflects the will of the people, adding that the current composition of the House places it in a stronger position to pass the bill.

The Speaker indicated that once Parliament reconvenes, the legislation will be considered again, signalling renewed momentum behind one of the country’s most debated proposals.

The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill seeks to regulate issues relating to sexual orientation and family values, and has generated widespread public debate, drawing both strong support and criticism from different sections of society.