The founder of the New Force, Nana Kwame Bediako, has refrained from commenting on the current anti-LGBTQ+ Bill before Parliament.
Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM on Tuesday, January 16, Mr Bediako clarified that, being outside the government, he lacks knowledge about the bill's origins and motivations.
He believes if bills were introduced based on every action of an individual, an overwhelming number of bills would result.
“There are a lot of people doing illegal stuff and they are getting away so it’s not something that I have really thought of that when I come into office, I will eliminate all these things.
“I think that when we decide to build the country well, all these things will eventually fade away,” he said.
The New Force founder underscored that his religious beliefs, specifically in Christianity, guide him not to pass judgment on others.
He emphasised that his faith encourages him to fear God, worship Him, and avoid engaging in judgmental behaviour.
“They taught me in Christianity that I should fear God and worship Him. They didn’t teach me to go and sack prostitutes or persons who engage in immorality.
Arguing that the country cannot be built without moral values, Mr Bediako reiterated that his teachings focus on fearing God and worshipping Him rather than passing judgment on individuals.
He emphasised the importance of learning ethical conduct without resorting to condemnation.
Meanwhile, Parliament on Friday, December 8, commenced work on the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill 2021.
Also read: Parliament begins consideration of Anti-LGBT bill
The bill which is being taken through the consideration stage, is to be streamlined to resonate with existing Ghanaian laws.
Progress on the bill had stalled for months, evoking the angst of its proponents who had accused some Members of Parliament of colluding with pro-LGBT campaigners to delay its passage.
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