President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has affirmed his intention to await the Supreme Court’s verdict before taking any action concerning the contentious anti-LGBTQ+ Bill recently endorsed by Parliament. This decision comes in light of a legal challenge brought forth by an individual.
The passage of the Bill has sparked criticism from various quarters, with even the United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Evelyn Palmer, expressing reservations. However, during a New Year greetings event with members of the Diplomatic Corps at Peduase, President Akufo-Addo underscored Ghana’s unwavering commitment to preserving its human rights standing.
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In a separate development, Majority Leader Afenyo-Markin has advocated for the constitutionality of the new bill to be examined in court.
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Story by: Osei Akoto(Teacher Kojo) #Ahotoronline.com