Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Evans Annang
Published on 2024-02-02 16:17:40
In an interview on Kasapa FM, lawyer Maurice Ampaw boldly declared that he has had sexual relations with over 100 women and has fathered at least 5 children. This, he argues, is clear evidence that he cannot be gay, dismissing the label that some members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have tried to pin on him. He vehemently stated, “I hate them with passion,” referring to gay individuals, and continued by highlighting the number of women he has been with as proof of his heterosexual orientation. Emphasizing his virility, Ampaw proudly revealed that he has fathered five or six children, having recently sent his first set of twins to a woman in Offinso for her to care for, while his wife has also given birth to another set of twins.
The lawyer adamantly insists, “I’m an animal. I love women, not men,” reinforcing his stance against being associated with being gay. On a related note, the anti-LGBTQI bill is in its final stages of being passed into law, according to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, George. In an interview with Accra-based Citi FM, George disclosed that the bill, currently undergoing amendments with input from various stakeholders, is nearly at the end of the consideration process. He expressed optimism that the bill would be passed into law before Easter, aiming for it to be an “Easter gift” from Parliament to the nation.
The proposed legislation aims to criminalize LGBTQ+ activities, conservative the promotion or advocacy for LGBTQ+ activities, and establish measures for the safeguarding and assistance of children and individuals affected by or accused of engaging in LGBTQ+ and related activities. Speaking with a sense of urgency, George emphasized that the bill is nearing completion, with the consideration process nearly 60% through. He revealed that after another two weeks of parliamentary work, the third reading would most likely follow, which is essentially a procedural step to pass the bill.
George’s commitment to having the bill passed before Easter was evident as he expressed his hope that it would be an Easter gift from Parliament to the nation. He highlighted the importance of working closely with the speaker and committee chair to ensure the bill’s timely and successful passage. It is clear that the NDC is steadfast in its determination to see the bill become law, positioning itself as a significant milestone in the fight against LGBTQ+ activities.
In conclusion, Lawyer Maurice Ampaw’s vehement denial of being gay, supported by his sexual escapades and fathering of children, contrasts sharply with the NDC’s push to pass the anti-LGBTQI bill before Easter. Their commitment to seeing the legislation through, with George’s optimistic declarations, sets the stage for a potential landmark occasion in the fight against LGBTQ+ activities in Ghana. As the conversation continues to unfold, it is evident that these developments will have ripple effects on society, sparking debates and conversations that will shape the future of LGBTQ+ rights in the country.
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