Sam Nartey George, the Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram and a key sponsor of the Family Values Bill has strongly criticized the Supreme Court regarding its stance on the case against the Bill.
Reacting to the Supreme Court scheduling the hearing of the LGBTQI case to December, he alleged that the court, led by the Chief Justice, is actively working to protect President Akufo-Addo from having to sign the bill into law.
George suggested that the court is acting in a way that shields the president from political pressure and scrutiny regarding the bill, implying that their actions are motivated by a desire to protect the president’s position.
His comments reflect growing tension surrounding the bill and the ongoing political dynamics involving the judiciary and the executive.
“The CJ [Chief Justice] should be ashamed of herself after preaching against such vices in ICGC and failing to walk her talk and take a stand when it matters most. Such characters are the ones our Lord Jesus Christ chased out of the temple with a whip”.
Sam Nartey George
Sam George further expressed that all individuals in government who support the pro-LGBTQI agenda, including President Akufo-Addo, should feel a deep sense of shame and remorse for their stance.
He called on them to “bow their heads in disdain”, criticizing their position on the matter and implying that their support for such policies goes against the values he believes should guide the country’s leadership.
Sam George pointed out the tension between those advocating for the protection of LGBTQI rights and those opposing such moves, particularly within the context of Ghana’s political and social landscape is more profound due to the President.
The astute Member of Parliament also warned that the actions of President Akufo-Addo would leave a lasting negative legacy, with future generations of Ghanaians—children and grandchildren alike—remembering him not for positive accomplishments, but for the controversial decisions and stances he has taken.
George expressed deep concern about the long-term impact of the President’s leadership on the country’s values and future, suggesting that his legacy could be marked by choices that are viewed unfavorably by history.
Supreme Court to Deliver Judgment on Anti-LGBTQI+ Bill on December 18
Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has set December 18, 2024, as the date to deliver its judgment on the constitutional challenge against the Anti-LGBTQI+ Bill, which was filed by Richard Dela Sky.
The case, which has been pending since May 2024, has faced significant criticism from supporters of the bill, who have accused the Chief Justice of intentionally delaying the resolution.
However, the Judicial Service has responded by clarifying that the delay was due to the failure of the involved parties to submit the required documents needed to move the case forward.
This explanation aims to address concerns over the prolonged timeline and the perception of judicial inefficiency surrounding the matter.
Amid the ongoing debate and controversy surrounding the Anti-LGBTQI+ Bill, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference also strongly urged President Akufo-Addo to assent to the legislation.
The Conference emphasized that the bill aligns with the moral values and convictions held by the vast majority of Ghanaians.
They argued that the bill represents the ethical standards that resonate deeply within the country’s cultural and religious fabric, urging the President to support it to reflect the will of the people.
“In fact, the reasons given for the delay are nothing more than excuses. This is not about discrimination, but about preserving our moral fabric and protecting traditional marriage and the family as the foundation of our society,”
Catholic Bishops’ Conference
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference stated that there is no justifiable reason for the President’s delay in taking decisive action on this important matter, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the issue in line with the moral convictions of the people.
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