Parliament unanimously passes Anti-LGBTQ+ bill
After nearly three years of deliberation, Parliament has finally passed the highly contentious Anti-LGBTQ+ bill.
The bill, introduced in the House years ago, was approved unanimously on Wednesday, February 28, following the completion of the third reading.
Proposed amendments to the bill were rejected by the Speaker, Alban Bagbin, during the session.
The bill is now slated to be forwarded to President Akufo-Addo for his assent.
The Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, withdrew several proposed amendments to the bill on February 21. However, during Wednesday's parliamentary session, Afenyo-Markin reiterated his stance on the bill, expressing opposition to certain provisions.
He argued against measures that could prevent individuals or groups from providing support to vul...
