Ghanaian musician and activist, Wanlov the Kubolor, has shared his concerns about the proposed anti-LGBT+ bill in Ghana.
In a thoughtful Instagram post on February 12, he expressed frustration over what he perceives as the “oppression of minorities” through this legislation and criticized the lack of international support for those facing similar challenges globally.
In the post, Wanlov mentioned his hope that if the bill, which aims to criminalize and punish individuals supporting or identifying as LGBT+, becomes law, the international community would step in to assist courageous Ghanaians resisting what he termed the “wickedness” of the parliament.
However, he conveyed disillusionment with the ongoing violence and injustices in other parts of the world, citing examples like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the exploitation of natural resources in Congo.
Wanlov, born Emmanuel Owusu-Bonsu, urged critics not to dictate how he and others choose to protest in what he described as “our last days.” He highlighted instances like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the exploitation of resources in Congo, expressing a sense of isolation and emphasizing the need for understanding in their chosen modes of protest.
The bill in question, formally titled the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill 2021, was unanimously passed by the parliament in July 2023 and is expected to be adopted in October 2021. It has faced widespread condemnation from human rights groups, activists, and celebrities who view it as a violation of the constitutional and international rights of the LGBT+ community. Wanlov’s post underscores his deep concern about the bill and the broader issues of oppression faced by marginalized communities.
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