‘Sign The Anti-Gay Bill And Make Our Joy Complete’ – Presby Church Moderator Urges Akufo-Addo

The Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye, has urged President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to sign the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, widely known as the anti-gay bill, into law before leaving office.

Speaking at the Presbyterian Church of Ghana’s Bicentennial Anniversary launch on December 22, 2024, held at the Osu Castle, Dr. Kwakye underscored the importance of the legislation and encouraged the President to solidify his legacy by approving it.

In his address, Dr. Kwakye said, “The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, for us Presbyterians, having given the bill our support during my predecessor’s tenure, is seen as our birthday gift for this year. Your Excellency, make our joy complete. We are confident that in these last days, you will assent to the bill and make it law in Ghana.”

Dr. Kwakye’s appeal followed a significant legal development earlier in the month. On December 18, 2024, the Supreme Court unanimously dismissed two petitions challenging the bill’s constitutionality. The petitions, filed by broadcast journalist and lawyer Richard Dela Sky and Amanda Odoi, were rejected, removing a major obstacle to the bill’s implementation.

The bill, passed by Parliament on February 28, 2024, has fueled intense national debate. Proponents argue it upholds traditional family values, while critics claim it infringes on human rights.

Despite the Supreme Court’s ruling, the bill’s fate remains in limbo. President Akufo-Addo has previously indicated that he would wait for all legal matters to be resolved before making a decision. With his term nearing its end, the spotlight is on the President to determine the bill’s future.

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