Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring the passage of Ghana’s Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, insisting that the legislation will become law following a fresh parliamentary review.
Speaking at the IPR Ghana 2026 National PR Conference and Excellence Awards in Koforidua, Mr Bagbin said Parliament would revisit the bill to correct errors identified in the version previously approved by lawmakers.
He maintained that the legislation should be handled as a matter of national consensus rather than partisan competition, arguing that its significance to Ghanaians requires a process that commands broad support.
Mr Bagbin explained that the earlier passage took place hurriedly in his absence, prompting him to call for a second consideration to address procedural and drafting concerns.
“When the law was rushed through at the last minute at my back, I came out and said no way, this bill must go through as a consensus bill. We don’t want partisanship in it. It is for everybody. It means a lot to Ghanaians,” he said.
The Speaker added that lawmakers had identified mistakes, particularly involving last-minute amendments, which would be addressed when Parliament next considers the bill.
“We have identified a few mistakes, most of the last-minute amendments, and therefore the next meeting will come back for a second consideration, and we’ll pass it,” he stated.
He further declared that the legislation would remain a priority for as long as he continued to serve as Speaker.
Mr Bagbin also praised Samuel Nartey George, Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, for his contribution to the parliamentary debate surrounding the bill.
The proposed legislation has generated extensive public discussion, with supporters framing it as a measure to protect Ghanaian family values, while critics have raised concerns about its implications for human rights, freedom of expression and other constitutional protections.
