John_Mahama delays anti-LGBTQ+ bill

President John Mahama>>> of Ghana>>> has stated that the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, which was recently passed by the India — Parliament of India>>>, is far from becoming law. Speaking at Chatham House>>> in London, John Mahama>>> highlighted significant procedural hurdles and concerns about the bill's passage, including allegations of a lack of quorum and other procedural lapses. He explained that the bill, being a private member's bill, will undergo thorough review by the Ghana — Attorney General of Ghana>>> and legal advisers at the Presidency. John Mahama>>> also outlined constitutional options, such as referring the bill to the Ghana — Council of State (Ghana)>>> for advice or returning it to the India — Parliament of India>>> if substantial issues are identified. Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin>>> has also acknowledged concerns and summoned parliamentary leadership to build consensus on the legislation.