Controversial Ghanaian commentator Kabila has declared that former President Nana Akufo-Addo has been vindicated on the sensitive LGBTQ issue.
Kabila made the remarks while reacting to recent comments by President John Dramani Mahama, who reportedly described the promotion of LGBTQ rights as “not a priority” for his administration.
Speaking on Peace FM’s morning show Kokrokoo, Kabila argued that former President Akufo-Addo faced heavy criticism for similar positions during his time in office, yet current developments have proven him right.
He urged President Mahama to accept that he erred in his earlier approach to the matter and called on him to own up to the shift in stance.
The sharp reaction comes amid ongoing national debate over the controversial Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, which dominated public discourse in recent years.
Kabila’s comments highlight the political tightrope Ghanaian leaders continue to walk on the LGBTQ question, a topic that elicits strong emotions across the country.
Many Ghanaians have consistently opposed any promotion or normalisation of LGBTQ activities, viewing it as contrary to the nation’s cultural and religious values.
During his presidency, Akufo-Addo maintained a cautious approach, notably refusing to rush the signing of the anti-LGBTQ bill and insisting on allowing due process, including Supreme Court scrutiny.
His stance drew fierce criticism from some quarters, particularly within civil society and international human rights groups, who accused him of delaying justice or pandering to conservative sentiments.
Kabila’s latest intervention suggests that President Mahama’s current position mirrors aspects of Akufo-Addo’s earlier handling of the issue, thereby vindicating the former leader.
The commentator stressed that Ghanaians would have reacted strongly against Akufo-Addo had he openly downplayed the issue in the manner now attributed to Mahama.
As the debate reignites, observers say the matter remains a political minefield that could influence public perception of the current administration.
