NDC's Majority Leader Accuses NPP of Hopes to Sabotage Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill

Key Takeaways

• The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is accused of hoping the National Democratic Congress (NDC) would fail to deliver on its promise to pass the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill.
• The NPP allegedly raised concerns during parliamentary consideration of the bill to create difficulties for the governing party.
• The Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga claims the NDC has fulfilled its commitments to Ghanaians regarding legislation on LGBTQ+ activities and their promotion.

The ongoing debate over the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has taken a new turn, with the NDC's Majority Leader accusing the opposition NPP of hoping to sabotage the legislation. The bill, popularly known as the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, has been at the center of controversy, with concerns raised about its passage in Parliament.

According to Mr. Ayariga, the NPP's concerns during parliamentary consideration of the bill were not aimed at improving the legislation but were intended to create difficulties for the governing party. The Majority Leader made these allegations in an interview on Joy FM's Top Story on Tuesday, June 2.

Accusations of Sabotage

Mr. Ayariga further alleged that some members of the opposition believed the NDC would be unwilling or unable to pass the bill despite holding a majority in Parliament. He claimed that the NPP was hoping that the NDC would fail to pass the bill, and then use the failure as a campaign issue ahead of the elections.

The Majority Leader stated that the NPP's actions were a 'pretext to try and create something wrong with the bill.' He also accused the opposition party of not believing that the NDC would pass the bill, despite the governing party's majority in Parliament.

Fulfillment of Commitments

Mr. Ayariga emphasized that the NDC has fulfilled the commitments it made to Ghanaians regarding legislation on LGBTQ+ activities and their promotion. He stated that the party promised to pass a law prohibiting LGBTQ+ activities, promoting them, and punishing those involved.

The Majority Leader highlighted that the key commitments made by the NDC to the Ghanaian public are clearly stated in the bill. He assured that the legislation will define offenses and punish those who engage in LGBTQ+ activities, including luring children into the practice and financing and sponsoring their promotion.

Looking Ahead

The Majority Leader's comments come amid ongoing debate over Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin's directive for the House to revisit the passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. The debate is likely to continue, with the opposition NPP likely to respond to the Majority Leader's allegations.

The passage of the bill remains a contentious issue, with many stakeholders expressing concerns about its implications. The debate is expected to continue, with the NDC and NPP engaging in a fierce battle over the legislation.

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