The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has reiterated his commitment to ensuring the passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the Anti-LGBTQ Bill, into law in 2025.

Speaking to traditional leaders and supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on January 26, Bagbin emphasised his dedication to protecting Ghanaian cultural and moral values.

He pledged his willingness to make personal sacrifices for the bill, stating, "I can lose my life for this cause." Bagbin disclosed plans to formally seek guidance from the Minister for Justice and Attorney General to advance the bill.

The proposed legislation, which lapsed with the 8th Parliament in 2024, had been passed by Parliament but did not receive presidential assent. "The LGBTQ bill was passed by Parliament, but the former president refused to assent to it, which was unconstitutional.