The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, has proposed exemptions for key public institutions under Clause 11 of the controversial Anti-LGBTQ+ bBill currently before Parliament.

According to a report shared by The1957News on its Facebook page, Dr Ayine was heard advocating that certain state bodies, particularly those involved in healthcare delivery and human rights protection, should not be bound by specific provisions of the bill.

The proposal is aimed at ensuring that institutions such as health facilities and human rights organisations can continue to perform their duties without legal constraints that could hinder access to essential services or the protection of fundamental rights.

Clause 11 of the bill, which has been widely debated, outlines restrictions that could affect the operations of institutions perceived to be promoting or supporting LGBTQI-related activities.

Dr Ayine’s suggestion, however, seeks to strike a balance between the intent of the legislation and the need to safeguard critical public services.

The development adds a new dimension to ongoing discussions around the bill, which has sparked national debate over issues of human rights, public health, and legal interpretation.

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