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Mahama Declares: “Marriage is Between a Man and a” Woman”—Pushes for Government-Led Family Values Bill
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his strong opposition to same-sex marriage, declaring that he believes in only two genders—male and female—and that marriage must remain strictly between a man and a woman.
Speaking to the clergy on Friday, February 28, Mahama emphasised that his Christian faith is the foundation of his views on marriage and family.
He further assured religious leaders that his administration, if elected, would uphold these principles in Ghanaian law.
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“As a Christian, I uphold the principle and the values that only two genders exist—a man and a woman. And that marriage is between a man and a woman,” he stated firmly.
His remarks come amidst growing global debates over gender identity and LGBTQ+ rights, which have sparked controversy in Ghana.
Mahama also addressed the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, a controversial piece of legislation aimed at reinforcing traditional family structures in Ghana. The bill, which expired with the dissolution of the previous Parliament, has been a subject of national and international debate.
President revealed that he had personally engaged the Speaker of Parliament about reviving the bill, arguing that it should be introduced by the government rather than through a private member’s motion.
“I have spoken with the Speaker so that a renewal of the expired Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill should be a bill that is introduced by the government rather than as a private member’s motion,” Mahama declared.
He further assured his audience that his administration would take decisive steps to reintroduce and pass the bill.
“It is my hope that this consultation will lead to a renewed Proper Families Bill,” he emphasised.
The Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has been widely supported by religious groups, traditional authorities, and sections of the Ghanaian public who believe it will uphold the nation’s cultural and moral fabric. However, human rights activists and international organisations, including the United Nations and Amnesty International, have condemned the bill, warning that it could lead to human rights violations and increased discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals.
Currently, Ghanaian law already criminalises same-sex relationships, with offenders facing possible imprisonment. However, if the bill is reintroduced and passed, it could further tighten restrictions and deepen the ongoing debate on LGBTQ+ rights in the country.
With Mahama’s latest comments, the battle over family values, human rights, and LGBTQ+ laws in Ghana is set to intensify in the coming months. All eyes will now turn to Parliament to see whether his push for government leadership on the bill gains momentum.
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