The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has assured the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, that the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the anti-LGBTQ Bill, will be reviewed and passed before Parliament’s recess on Friday, July 31, 2026.
Mr. Bagbin stated that the bill, in its present form, requires further examination, particularly regarding three significant clauses related to sentencing provisions.
He emphasized that this reconsideration is essential to address the concerns regarding the punishment framework outlined in the legislation before it is presented to the House for final deliberation.
During a visit to the National Chief Imam, the Speaker expressed Parliament’s intention to finalize the process before the recess, noting that the issue should not be interpreted through a political perspective.
“Our goal is to accomplish this before we go on recess. We are likely to do so even by tomorrow, which assures you that the representatives you elected to Parliament are fulfilling your requests,” he stated.
“There is no political agenda involved. Anyone attempting to exploit this for political gain should be disregarded. Both Muslims and Christians concur, and even non-believers recognize that failing to pass this bill would be contrary to God’s decree,” Mr. Bagbin added.
The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has sparked considerable public discourse since its reintroduction in Parliament, with proponents asserting that it embodies Ghanaian cultural and religious values, while critics have voiced concerns regarding certain elements of the legislation.
Mr. Bagbin’s remarks come as Parliament gears up for its recess, with focus now shifting to whether the House will complete its consideration of the pending provisions before the deadline.
