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The Methodist Church of Ghana has responded forcefully to President Akufo-Addo’s alleged hold-up in enacting the Sexual Human Rights and Family Values Bill, 2021.
The church announced intentions to meet with President Akufo-Addo personally to discuss the issue, with the Presiding Bishop, Most Reverend Dr. Paul Kwabena Boafo, leading the delegation.
Even after parliament passed the law that was supported by a private member’s resolution, the standoff between the President and the Speaker of Parliament still hangs over the legislative process.
The president, Akufo-Addo, has refused to accept the bill’s transmission and provide his approval because of an ongoing legal dispute.
But the Speaker of Parliament has criticized this position, saying that it weakens the legislative branch’s power.
The Most Rev. Dr. Boafo expressed hope about the result of their planned meeting with the President in view of these developments.
“It is unanimous that Ghanaians are not in support of the activities of the LGBTQI+ community. We are planning to meet the President at the Jubilee House to dialogue on the best way forward” he stated.
The suggested meeting is timely since the country is now debating how to reconcile legal frameworks, human rights, and religious convictions.
The Methodist Church of Ghana’s initiative highlights its significance as a major player in determining the goals and policies of the country.
Stakeholders from many sectors are waiting for this meeting’s conclusion and the resolution of this controversial subject matter.
Source: Ghanatodayonline.com
