The Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church, Ghana, Professor Kwabena Asamoah-Gyadu, has lambasted the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, over his recent comments about the LGBTQ+ saga.

The minister, while speaking in an interview on JoyNews on April 7, 2026, stated that issues bordering on LGBTQ+ are not a priority for Ghanaians, stressing that the government remains focused on key socio-economic concerns.

However, his comments have angered Professor Kwabena Asamoah-Gyadu, who claims the minister is insulting the intelligence of the country.

In a social media post on April 7, 2026, he stated, “I am quoting a Joy FM news item; ‘The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has stated that issues relating to LGBTQ+ rights are not a major priority for Ghanaians, stressing that the government remains focused on key socio-economic concerns.’

'LGBTQ+ not a priority for Ghanaians' - Felix Kwakye Ofosu

“Really? So, which Ghanaian is this minister referring to here? In any case, did we miss a poll on this matter? If you have softened your stance on the issue, just tell us. Don’t belittle everyone’s intelligence. Please, be serious!”

Meanwhile, the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, widely referred to as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill has been laid before Parliament for consideration for a second time.

Following its First Reading on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin referred the bill to the Constitutional and Legal Affairs Committee for further scrutiny and reporting.

Speaking in the House, Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga explained the delay in presenting the bill.

“The reason why this bill delayed and is being presented today is because the technical processes were being undertaken under the guidance of the right honorable Speaker", he stated.

The bill was first referred to the Office of the Attorney General and the Ministry of Justice on January 28, 2025, following the inauguration of the Ninth Parliament.

The Attorney General’s Office submitted its observations on April 7, 2025, which were subsequently forwarded to the bill’s sponsors.

It was later reviewed by the Committee on Private Members’ Bills and Private Members’ Motions, which unanimously recommended that the legislation be introduced in the House.

The proposed law seeks to criminalise activities associated with lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons. Sponsored by 10 Members of Parliament from both the Majority and Minority sides of the House, the bill enjoys bipartisan backing.



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