Ghana’s Parliament has reversed its earlier approval of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, popularly known as the Anti-LGBTQI Bill, reopening the legislative process and paving the way for lawmakers to reconsider the proposed legislation.
The decision was taken on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, effectively rescinding the House’s previous passage of the controversial bill on May 29, 2026.
The development means Members of Parliament (MPs) will have another opportunity to examine the legislation, review contentious provisions and determine its future through a fresh parliamentary voting process.
Why Parliament Reversed Its Earlier Decision
The decision follows concerns raised by Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin regarding possible procedural irregularities surrounding the bill’s passage in May.
The Speaker also identified concerns relating to certain provisions of the proposed legislation, particularly aspects of its sentencing framework.
These concerns have prompted Parliament to reopen consideration of the bill to allow lawmakers to address the identified issues and ensure that the legislative process follows the required parliamentary procedures.
Anti-LGBTQI Bill Faces Another Parliamentary Review
The reconsideration is expected to give MPs the opportunity to review and make necessary adjustments to the affected provisions before the legislation proceeds through a fresh third reading.
The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has generated considerable public debate and political controversy in Ghana, attracting attention from religious organisations, civil society groups, human rights advocates and international observers.
Parliament’s latest decision therefore represents another significant development in the ongoing debate over the proposed anti-LGBTQI legislation and its future in Ghana’s legal system.
The bill’s eventual passage will depend on the outcome of the renewed parliamentary consideration and the required legislative procedures.
Source: newsthemegh.com