The Ghanaian Parliament has approved a minimum custodial sentence of three years and a maximum of five years for those involved in promoting, sponsoring, or supporting LGBTQ+ activities in Ghana.
MP for Ningo Prampram, Sam Nartey George, clarified that public concern primarily revolves around the advocacy and promotion of LGBTQ+ agendas rather than individuals’ private behavior during deliberations on the bill concerning human sexual rights and Ghanaian family values.
Sam George explained the breakdown of the sentences, stating, “For individuals caught engaging in these activities themselves, the punishment ranges from a minimum of six months to a maximum of three years. However, for those actively promoting, sponsoring, or supporting such agendas, the penalty increases to a minimum of three years and a maximum of five years.”
This decision reflects the Ghanaian Parliament’s commitment to upholding traditional values and societal norms amid ongoing debates surrounding LGBTQ+ rights and cultural acceptance. The Bill can now proceed to become law, as concerns raised against the initial provisions seem to have been addressed.