Accra — Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George has once again exposed the deep inconsistencies in the NDC government’s position on the Anti-LGBTQ+ bill, claiming it “remains a priority” barely weeks after President John Dramani Mahama described the issue as “not a priority.”
In his latest statement, Sam George declared: “The Anti-LGBTQ bill remains a priority.”
This assertion directly contradicts earlier remarks by President Mahama, who told civil society groups that socio-economic challenges should take precedence over the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. During the 2024 election campaign, both Mahama and senior NDC figures repeatedly assured Ghanaians — especially religious and traditional leaders — that the bill would be signed into law if the NDC returned to power.
The sharp reversal has left many Ghanaians questioning the government’s sincerity. The bill, passed by Parliament in 2024 under the previous NPP administration, has remained unsigned for over a year. The NDC’s shifting rhetoric — from campaign promises of swift action to post-election downplaying and now a sudden reaffirmation — reveals a troubling pattern of political opportunism rather than principled leadership.
This inconsistency is particularly damaging because the bill touches on core Ghanaian values: the protection of traditional family structures, cultural identity, and moral foundations. Many citizens, backed by churches, mosques, and traditional authorities, see the legislation as a necessary safeguard against external ideological pressures. The government’s wavering stance risks undermining public trust and suggests it is more interested in managing international perceptions than honouring domestic commitments.
Under the NPP administration, the bill was allowed to follow due parliamentary process, demonstrating respect for democratic institutions and the will of the people. In contrast, the current administration’s handling appears driven by political calculation rather than conviction.
Centre-right governance demands consistency, accountability, and fidelity to campaign promises, especially on issues of national moral significance. When leaders say one thing to win votes and another after assuming power, they erode the very foundations of democratic trust.
Sam George’s latest public pronouncements does little to resolve the confusion. Ghanaians deserve straight answers: Will President Mahama sign the bill or not? The continued flip-flopping only deepens cynicism and highlights the gap between NDC rhetoric and responsible governance.
