Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South has accused former President John Dramani Mahama of backtracking on his commitment to the controversial the anti-gay bill – the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill.
A leading advocate who played a key role in advancing the bill through the 8th Parliament, Rev Ntim Fordjour voiced discontent with President Mahama for shifting his stance after previously vocally supporting the bill while in opposition.
The MP argued that Mahama, who had promised to support the bill without hesitation, has now adopted a more passive approach, focusing on curriculum changes rather than pushing for legislative action.
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“President Mahama assured Ghanaians and religious leaders that he would fully endorse this anti-gay bill. His current position represents a complete reversal and undermines the significance of this legislation,” Fordjour said.
The Assin South MP accused Mahama of exploiting the bill for political gain, particularly during the Assin North by-election and interactions with religious groups, only to distance himself after achieving electoral success.
“This is a matter of political expediency. He campaigned on a promise to support the bill and now he is trying to back away. It’s both disappointing and untrustworthy,” the MP added.
Emphasizing the bill’s broad support among Ghanaians, Fordjour noted that 73% of the population favours its passage.
He slammed Mahama for now aligning with external pressures instead of honoring his commitment to the people.
“Will he keep his word, or will he try to evade responsibility under the guise of ‘curriculum changes’? Ghanaians are watching closely,” Fordjour warned, calling on religious leaders, traditional authorities, and the public to hold Mahama accountable.
Fordjour remains confident that the bill will ultimately reach the Flagbstaff House and urged President Mahama to demonstrate true leadership by fulfilling his pledge.
He called for honesty and clarity from the former president, labeling Mahama’s shift in stance as a betrayal of Ghana’s values and the trust placed in him.
