The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has urged President John Dramani Mahama to formally apologize to Ghanaians and religious organizations, citing what it refers to as a failure to deliver on a significant campaign promise regarding LGBTQ-related legislation.
The NPP asserts that during the 2024 election campaign, the President assured religious leaders and key stakeholders that his administration would propose a government-sponsored bill aimed at thoroughly addressing LGBTQ issues in Ghana.
The party contends that the delay or lack of action on this commitment constitutes a breach of trust, especially with faith-based organizations that engaged with him prior to the elections.
During a press conference held at the NPP headquarters on Tuesday, April 7, Member of Parliament for Assin South, John Ntim Fordjour, emphasized that the expectations of Ghanaians have not changed and that campaign promises must be fulfilled irrespective of political transitions.
“Ghana’s fundamental needs have remained constant since 2024, and thus the president must be compelled to honor his commitment to introduce a government-sponsored bill, which he assured the clergy would comprehensively address LGBTQ issues if he were elected president.
“He voluntarily made those commitments, and he must be held accountable to fulfill them.
“President Mahama must apologize to the clergy, clerics, and traditional leaders. He should express regret to the Christian Council, Bishops’ Conference, GPCC, and all other religious leaders for the inconsistency displayed between his time in opposition and his current position in power.
