President John Dramani Mahama has stated that the recently passed Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, popularly known as the anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, still faces several constitutional and legislative hurdles before it can become law.
Speaking on the matter, President Mahama indicated that parliamentary approval alone does not automatically make the bill enforceable, stressing that due process must be followed before it can receive presidential assent.
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According to the President, the legislation must undergo the necessary legal and constitutional scrutiny to ensure that it complies with Ghana’s laws and obligations before any final decision is taken.
His comments come amid growing public debate over the future of the bill, which seeks to prohibit LGBTQ+ activities, advocacy, and related support structures in Ghana. The legislation has generated strong reactions from religious groups, traditional leaders, human rights advocates, and international partners.
Supporters of the bill argue that it reflects Ghanaian cultural and family values, while critics contend that some of its provisions could infringe on fundamental human rights and freedoms guaranteed under the Constitution.
The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, was recently passed by Parliament and has since become one of the most closely watched pieces of legislation in the country.
President Mahama’s remarks suggest that despite its passage in Parliament, the bill’s journey towards becoming law is not yet complete, with further constitutional and procedural steps still required before any final outcome is reached.