Mahama unlikely to assent to anti-LGBTQ+ bill, political analyst alleges

Dr Owusu Poku claimed that the current version of the bill does not meet the expectations of religious leaders and parts of the Ghanaian public who supported the original proposal. He stated that amendments and changes have significantly altered the legislation's original intent. The political analyst further argued that the President’s approach indicates a reluctance to proceed, asserting that "Everything shows that Mahama is not ready and will never sign the bill."

Dr Owusu Poku alleged that explanations regarding the bill’s status are attempts to avoid granting assent, and that religious leaders who advocated for the legislation may feel disappointed, claiming they have been deceived.