Ghana’s Parliament Passes New Anti-Gay Law
The Ghana Parliament has approved the bill regarding human sexual rights and family values, commonly called the anti-LGBTQ bill.
The bill, called the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, was introduced by Sam Nartey George, the MP for Ningo-Prampram.
It was reported that the bill, known as the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, was a Private Members Bill led by Sam Nartey George, the MP for Ningo-Prampram.
The bill prohibits LGBT activities and makes it illegal to promote, advocate, or fund them, as reported by Citinewsroom.
Local media also reports that individuals caught engaging in the activity could face a jail sentence ranging from six months to three years, while those who support or promote the activity may be sentenced to three to five years in prison.
