Eastern Regional Chief Imam reacts to the Anti-LGBTQI bill

Yussif Suleimani Andaani, the Eastern Regional Chief Imam, delivered a stern message on Radio1 Morning Show emphasizing the strict stance Islam takes against homosexuality.

He declared “it a forbidden act, echoing sentiments prevalent in Islamic teachings”.

Furthermore, he warned that individuals engaged in such behavior risk facing dire consequences, stating, “If those people are caught, they hang you to death.” This unequivocal stance underscores the gravity with which the issue is viewed within the Islamic community.

Meanwhile, Ghana’s Ministry of Finance has warned that the country stands to lose some $3.8 billion in financial support from the World Bank if President Nana Akufo-Addo assents to the recently passed anti-LGBTQI bill.

The country’s legislature approved the bill on Human Sexual Rights and Family Values, widely known as the anti-LGBTQ bill, criminalizing LGBT activities and prohibiting their promotion, advocacy, and funding.

Under the bill, individuals engaged in such activities face a jail term ranging from six months to three years, while promoters and sponsors could be sentenced to three to five years.

Source: Radiooneghana.com/Armah Paulina