Rev. Dr. Eric Adu-Gyamfi, Chairman of the National Peace Council, has provided clarity regarding the council's stance on the controversial anti-LGBTQ+ bill, emphasizing its role as a mediator and commitment to impartiality.
During a recent statement, Rev. Dr. Adu-Gyamfi reiterated that the National Peace Council has refrained from taking a definitive position on the anti-LGBTQ+ bill. He emphasized the importance of maintaining neutrality, especially in sensitive matters such as this, and underscored the council's role as a mediator in societal conflicts.
"We don't have a position on the passage of the anti-LGBTQ+ bill because we are mediators; we don't take sides on issues like this," stated Rev. Dr. Adu-Gyamfi during an interview on TV3. He explained that while various stakeholders have approached the council seeking clarity or support on the bill, the council's primary focus is on fostering dialogue and understanding.
Highlighting the council's commitment to remaining neutral, Rev. Dr. Adu-Gyamfi noted that they are closely monitoring the situation and are prepared to intervene if conflicts arise as a result of the bill's implementation.
The controversial Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Act, 2024, which was approved by Parliament on February 28, 2024, has sparked widespread debate and criticism. The bill seeks to criminalize LGBTQ+ activities, as well as their promotion, advocacy, and funding, with penalties ranging from six months to three years imprisonment for offenders.
The passage of the bill has drawn criticism from various quarters, including the United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Evelyn Palmer, who expressed concerns about its potential impact on human rights and freedom of expression.
Meanwhile, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has yet to assent to the bill, further fueling speculation and debate surrounding its implications for Ghanaian society.
As the nation grapples with the complexities of the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, the National Peace Council remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering dialogue, understanding, and peaceful resolution of conflicts. Rev. Dr. Adu-Gyamfi's remarks serve as a reminder of the council's vital role in promoting unity and harmony in Ghanaian society, even in the face of divisive issues such as this.
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