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Sam George responds to critics over his stance on LGBTQ+ bill

The Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has addressed claims that he has altered his stance on the LGBTQ+ bill, asserting his position remains unchanged despite public criticism and misinformation. He clarified his perceived silence, stating it was due to misinformation. The minister explained that after President John Dramani Mahama won power, he suggested the bill be introduced as a government bill. Samuel Nartey George was then appointed Minister of Communication and went through vetting. He stated that during his vetting, he committed to reintroducing the bill as a private member's bill, a promise he says he has kept. He re-introduced the bill in August last year in Parliament with colleagues. The bill is currently undergoing parliamentary processes, with the Committee on Constitutional, Legal, and Parliamentary Affairs scheduled to meet for two days in two weeks to discuss it. Samuel Nartey George also dismissed suggestions that his ministerial role has affected his commitment, reaffirming his dedication to the bill and Ghanaian family values.