Political commentator James Kwabena Bonfeh, popularly known as Kabila, has argued that former President Nana Akufo-Addo has been vindicated following recent remarks by President John Mahama on LGBTQ issues.
Speaking at the Presidential Dialogue with Civil Society Organisations at the Jubilee House, President Mahama emphasised that LGBTQ concerns are not Ghana’s most pressing challenge.
He noted, “It is not the most important issue we face as a nation. We are still grappling with the provision of basic needs—education, health care, jobs, food, clothing, and shelter. While there are strong and differing views within our society, we believe that issues must be addressed through democratic processes, our core values, dialogue, and the rule of law. Ghana will continue to uphold its democratic values while engaging constructively with the international community.”
Contributing to a panel discussion on Peace FM’s morning show ‘Kokrokoo’, Kabila argued that former President Akufo-Addo made similar comments during an Al Jazeera interview years ago and was heavily criticised, yet Mahama is now echoing the same stance.
“Akufo-Addo has been vindicated,” he indicated.
“Accept you erred in how you criticised the former president. You said you would sign the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill immediately you became president. Consistency goes with principle. Accept your mistake, and that will end the matter,” he added.
However, legal practitioner Abass Nurudeen disagreed, insisting that Mahama’s position has been misconstrued. According to him, Mahama has always maintained a clear stance on LGBTQ issues, one that is globally recognised.
“Mahama has been misrepresented. His position has never been in doubt. He has consistently said the matter will be handled democratically, and that should be the focus. The argument that he has changed his stance is premature; the bill has not even been laid before him,” Nurudeen explained.
Mahama’s position on LGBTQ has never been in doubt; it is globally acclaimed. He said it will be handled democratically, and that should be the focus.
The argument that Mahama has changed his stance is premature. The bill has not been laid before him at the moment.
