The National Coalition for Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values has expressed its support for seven Members of Parliament from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming parliamentary primaries of the opposition party.
The campaigners against homosexuality assert that the delegates in these seven constituencies have a national responsibility to re-elect the MPs who are sponsoring the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2021.
A press statement released in Accra yesterday and signed by Moses Foh-Amoaning, the Executive Secretary of the Coalition, emphasized that it is crucial for delegates to retain these MPs to enable them to continue their virtuous endeavors for the nation.
The Members of Parliament receiving the Coalition’s endorsement are Samuel Nartey George, representing Ningo-Prampram; Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah, representing Ho West; Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, representing South Dayi; and Helen AdjoaNtoso, representing Krachi East.
The remaining MPs are Rita NaaOdoleySowah, representing La Dadekotopon; Della Sowah, representing Kpando; and AlhasanSayibuSuhuyini, representing Tamale North.
“The coalition offers its public prayers for them to be re-elected in their respective constituencies as Members of Parliament, so they can continue their noble work for their constituency and the entire nation. Therefore, we call upon all delegates within the constituencies of these esteemed MPs to vote overwhelmingly in favor of retaining them, as they play a crucial role in advancing this highly significant Bill,” the statement read.
The statement further cited biblical references, stating, “We are reminded by the Holy Scripture in Nehemiah 2:18 and encouraged by Zachariah 4:6-9 that, with the help of the Lord and the collective support of all individuals, victory shall be achieved for these seven honorable Members of Parliament.”
The Coalition Members affirmed that they not only drafted and presented the Bill but also exerted tireless efforts to bring it to its current stage in Parliament, where it is now awaiting full debate by the plenary.
On March 30, the Constitutional, Legal, and Parliamentary Affairs Committee laid the report on the Bill before the house. A comprehensive debate and subsequent approval or rejection are expected upon the return of the House from recess.
The primary objective of the Bill is to criminalize same-sex relationships and prohibit the advocacy of such relationships. Critics argue that if passed, this bill, which has garnered global attention, would suppress sexual rights that are considered fundamental to the LGBTQ community.
However, proponents firmly believe that the proposed legislation aligns with Ghana’s cultural and religious values.
During public hearings, the Committee on Constitutional, Legal, and Parliamentary Affairs received and reviewed over 150 memoranda both in favor of and against the bill. Chairman of the Committee, Kwame Anyinadu-Antwi, confirmed that these considerations are included in the report, which will be subject to debate.
