Speaking at a Presidential Dialogue with Civil Society Organisations at Jubilee House on March 30, 2026, President Mahama described the LGBTQ+ topic as sensitive and emotionally charged, urging a calm and respectful national conversation on the issue. He, therefore, said he cannot understand why progress has stalled since President Mahama assumed office. Prioritise LGBTQ+ bill now – Rev Opuni-Frimpong to MahamaApostle Okoh condemned the president’s recent statement that LGBTQ+ is not a priority for Ghanaians at this moment. “For the sake of trust and confidence that Ghanaians had in him, the president must make the LGBTQ+ Bill a priority and honour his promise to Ghanaians,” he said. “Must the president be remembered for LGBTQ+ laws or the prosperity and development of the nation?” he asked.

Source: GhanaWeb April 07, 2026 16:32 UTC