Ghanaian-American singer Amaarae has added her voice to the growing debate surrounding Ghana's anti-LGBTQ legislation, urging Ghanaians to reject hate and division as the controversial bill awaits presidential assent.

In a passionate statement shared on her Instagram Stories, the ‘SAD GIRLZ LUV MONEY’ hitmaker cited the nation's history of peaceful coexistence and the Pan-Africanist ideals of Kwame Nkrumah to argue against the direction the country is heading.

"Ghanaians, please, let's remember who we are. We are not and have never been a hateful people. Family and community, irrespective of our differences as individuals, has been our strongest attribute till date," she wrote.

Amaarae, who identifies as 'queer', also pointed to the deep ties between the music industry and LGBT+ communities, noting that many prominent artistes owe part of their careers to the support of those very communities.

"So many divas (myself included) were borne from the support of queer communities and have used their platforms to actively uplift said communities," she stated.

She described the bill as a dangerous distraction from the country's real challenges.

"We need better healthcare, better education, more jobs, better roads and transportation systems, to close the gaping class and wealth gaps," she said.

According to Amaarae, the legislation was driven by propaganda rather than genuine concern for the welfare of all citizens.

“I don't want to see my country or the lives of innocent people turned upside down due to propaganda and a baseless agenda that has nothing to do with the welfare of the country's citizens as a whole.

"Violence and divisiveness is not the answer. Judgement is not the answer. Stripping innocent people of their rights is not the answer. Let's be aware and choose to spread love NOT HATE," she concluded.

Where the bill stands

Ghana's Parliament passed the amended Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill for the second time on Friday, May 29, 2026.

The law imposes a penalty of up to three years' imprisonment for people who engage in homosexual relations, and between three and five years for the promotion, sponsorship, or intentional support of LGBTQ activities.

Although the amendments now protect lawyers, journalists, and medical professionals who offer essential services, the bill still poses a significant threat to LGBTQ Ghanaians.

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🚨Amaarae stands proudly Queer as she calls for national unity and Human rights in powerful statement to Ghana,via her Instagram story.

“It’s so unfortunate to witness basic human rights being threatened and contested because some people have chosen to love differently. It is… pic.twitter.com/9j4EAqAixj

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