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  • Anti-LGBTQ Bill supporters to protest on October 8

    Anti-LGBTQ Bill supporters to protest on October 8

    Proponents of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the Anti-Gay Bill, have scheduled a peaceful march to the Supreme Court to protest delays in the final ruling on the bill.

    Scheduled for Tuesday, October 8, 2024, the march will begin at Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra, with participants proceeding to submit petitions to the Attorney General and Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo.

    The demonstration aims to push for a resolution to the bill, which has been in limbo since Parliament passed it on February 28, 2024.

    The peaceful protest, initially set for two months earlier, will include various religious groups and key stakeholders. The decision to go ahead with the march follows the Supreme Court’s ruling on July 17, 2024, to delay its verdict on anti-gay cases until all legal issues are settled.

    The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill seeks to criminalise LGBTQ+ activities across Ghana. During the march, the sponsors intend to formally request Chief Justice Torkonoo to set a date for the court’s final decision on the matter, highlighting the ongoing national debate on LGBTQ+ rights.

    Sam George, the bill’s lead advocate, voiced his concerns in an interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Face to Face on Channel One TV, criticising the Supreme Court’s slow action in scheduling a hearing. He stressed that the court’s delay is impeding the resolution of a critical national issue.

    “Basically what the Supreme Court has done is stage judgements. The judiciary today is stopping the legislature from doing a constitutional mandate. Based on Article 106/7 of the Constitution, the Chief Justice and the Supreme Court have basically restrained Parliament from doing so without uttering those words.

    “Now you say you want to hear the main case, they haven’t said anything to us; they haven’t given us a timetable. Are you hearing it now? One month or two years, nobody knows what’s going on. She has not even called the main case. We need a timetable to know what she’s going to call the case.”

    The Member of Parliament noted that the Supreme Court has previously heard cases during vacation periods, highlighting the inconsistency in delaying this particular case.

    He emphasised that further delays are not in the country’s best interest.

    “The Supreme Court has been hearing cases during vacation. During vacation, the court of the land has been sitting, and it’s about placing a premium on it.

    Earlier two months ago, a decision was taken by the sponsors and some other partners, the Chief Imam’s office, and Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Church that we were going to march to the Chief Justice’s office and give a petition to her, demanding from her to give us a timetable.

    “This is a major national issue; we need to have a final determination on the matter, and they should act expeditiously. It’s not a matter the Supreme Court can choose and be lackadaisical or drag its feet. We want to see some action.

    “It’s coming off this Tuesday, October 8, we will start from Kwame Nkrumah Circle, a peaceful march, nobody is supposed to come with party colours. We will march to the Supreme Court to demand a ruling on the case.”

    Background

    On February 28, 2024, Parliament passed the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Act, 2024, a law that outlaws LGBTQ+ activities, including their advocacy, promotion, and financial support.

    Under the new legislation, individuals found guilty of engaging in such activities could face imprisonment ranging from 6 months to 3 years. Those involved in promoting or sponsoring these actions could receive jail terms of 3 to 5 years.

    The act has been met with legal challenges, with private lawyers Richard Dela Sky and gender activist Dr. Amanda Odoi filing lawsuits to have the law nullified. Additionally, Prince Obiri-Korang, a law lecturer from the University of Ghana, has taken legal steps to overturn the statute.

    Although the bill has passed Parliament, its future remains unclear, as President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has yet to sign it into law, amid growing international pressure and concerns about its potential economic consequences for Ghana.

    The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, first introduced in 2021, has sparked intense debate, with supporters advocating for the preservation of traditional family structures and critics warning of human rights violations.

  • Sam George to join Katanga Fellowood naked demo against galamsey

    Sam George to join Katanga Fellowood naked demo against galamsey

    Ningo-Prampram Member of Parliament, Sam Nartey George, has thrown his support behind a planned naked demonstration in Accra, organized by a group identified as Katanga Fellowood, to protest against the pollution of rivers caused by illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey.

    Sam George, in a passionate post on X, declared his willingness to join the protest, stating, “Count me in. Citizens, no matter how uncomfortable, must be allowed to have a voice. I’d put my money where my heart and mouth is. Let’s go!”

    Katanga Fellowood has called on tertiary institutions to join the fight against galamsey, stressing that “Twitter boys can’t win this galamsey battle alone.”

    They are preparing to mobilize Fellows from all 16 regions of Ghana to participate in the naked protest and are seeking financial support to cover logistics and transportation. Some netizens have already started contributing funds to aid their travel from Kumasi to Accra.

    Despite the momentum, the Katanga Alumni Association has distanced itself from the demonstration, clarifying that they have no affiliation with Katanga Fellowood or the planned protest.

    “The Katanga Alumni Association does not recognize Katanga Fellowood and is not affiliated with any demonstrations or contributions related to it. Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. Katanga Alumni is not responsible for any actions or outcomes,” the association posted on X.

    This development follows a recent 3-day protest led by Democracy Hub against illegal mining, which resulted in the arrest of several protesters. Those arrested face charges including conspiracy to commit a crime, unlawful assembly, causing damage, offensive conduct, and assaulting a public officer. So far, 50 individuals have been remanded by the Accra Circuit Court.

    While the mining sector plays a crucial role in the economy, environmentalists and health professionals have raised alarms over the significant damage caused by illegal mining. Rivers such as the Bonsa and Pra have been heavily polluted, while forest reserves like the Tano Nimiri and Draw River have also suffered from the destructive effects of galamsey.

  • Sam George vows to garner 100,000 votes after filing nomination forms for Ningo-Prampram seat

    Sam George vows to garner 100,000 votes after filing nomination forms for Ningo-Prampram seat

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam Nartey George, has officially submitted his nomination to contest for re-election in the 2024 parliamentary elections.

    Representing the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the outspoken legislator is aiming for what he describes as the largest electoral victory in the constituency’s history, pledging to secure 100,000 votes.

    In a post on social media on Saturday, September 14, Sam George shared his enthusiasm after filing his nomination forms the previous day.

    He expressed confidence in his ability to lead the NDC to a decisive win, citing his track record of delivering significant development in the Ningo-Prampram constituency.

    “Yesterday morning, I successfully filed my nominations with the Electoral Commission Ghana, to represent for the third time, the great National Democratic Congress in the Ningo-Prampram Constituency,” George posted. He added, “I look forward to a great campaign season and watch out for the TeamDzata convoy as it stops in your community.”

    During his tenure as MP, Sam George has focused on improving infrastructure, education, and healthcare in the area, which he believes have transformed the constituency. He credited these efforts with laying the foundation for the overwhelming support he expects in the upcoming elections.

    Sam George also stressed that his re-election would benefit not only Ningo-Prampram but also contribute to the NDC’s broader goal of winning the 2024 general elections. He reaffirmed his commitment to advocating for the needs of his constituents and ensuring that development projects continue to flow into the area.

    In his call for unity, the MP urged NDC members and supporters in Ningo-Prampram to rally behind him and work together to achieve the common goal of victory. He emphasized that a united front would be essential in securing the electoral success he envisions for the constituency.

    With the 2024 elections on the horizon, Sam George remains confident in his ability to lead the NDC to an overwhelming victory, vowing to engage with all stakeholders and leave “no stone unturned” in delivering a historic win for the party.

  • Angry Sam George ‘humbles’ Tourism Minister Egyapa

    Angry Sam George ‘humbles’ Tourism Minister Egyapa

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram constituency, Samuel Nartey George, has faced off with the ruling government over what he alleges are misleading claims regarding the decrease of unemployment rate in the country.

    In an appearance on GHOne TV, Sam George  who is also a member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) described the ruling government as one who deliberately suppressed Ghanaians with false hopes with the aim of embezzling funds.

    He specifically called out the Tourism Minister,  Egyapa Mercer and the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia demanding that they provide evidence to support their “lies”.

    “The 2.3 million jobs is a lie, it’s a blatant disgraceful lie.  When Bawumia and Egyapa Mercer tell you they have created 2.3 million jobs tell them I Sam George says they are liars. If they have created 2.3 million jobs we must have a job surplus in Ghana. The Ghana Statistical Service says that the country has an unemployment rate of 14.7% and puts the number at 1.3 million Ghanaians. So if you have created 2.3 million jobs. If they have created  2.3 million jobs SSNIT has a total active participation of 1.8 million. So where are the jobs?,” he stated.

    According to him, these assertions do not align with reports from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) and the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) which are used as government’s references.

    “You referenced SSNIT as the source of your information meanwhile SSNIT has only 1.8 million active subscribers. If you are not lying then you are delusional. It’s either you are looking into the camera and lying to us. Young people of the country will not take these lies again. I am a young man, today thankfully I have a job but many young people like me and you don’t have a job. You promised them jobs, you haven’t given them the job and you claim you have created the jobs. How dishonest can you be? How dishonest can you be? Where are the jobs that you have created?,” he added.

    He has asked the NPP to give up the efforts of breaking the eight cycle of governance as Ghanaians are ready to vote them out of power due to their unfulfilled promises.

    His comment responds to the claim that no other administration in the Fourth Republic has created as many jobs as the NPP.

    During the official launch of the NPP manifesto on Sunday, August 18, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia announced that President Akufo-Addo’s administration has created 2.3 million jobs to date.

  • Bawumia owes me $7 million – Sam George claims

    Bawumia owes me $7 million – Sam George claims

    Ningo-Prampram legislator, Sam Nartey George, has said that the flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia owes him a tune of $7 million.

    He noted that this debt has accrued over the NPP’s inability to see through its promise of providing each constituency one million dollars.

    In an interview on GHOne, Mr Sam George revealed that “I have not received a pesewa. I am owed $7 million.”

    President Nana Akufo-Addo during his campaign in the 2016 general elections, promised Ghanaians that if voted into power, he would roll out a programme that would give every constituency one million dollars to facilitate the rapid development of the constituencies.

    Then, on the 30th of August, 2016, the then Vice presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party announced a one million dollar for each constituency policy aimed at alleviating poverty in the country. He said that the policy was under the infrastructure for poverty eradication at a total cost of $1.6 billion. With this amount, the NPP government intended to invest in pro-poor policy in villages across the country.

    The NPP government has failed to fulfil its promise of providing each constituency with a million dollars.

  • Stop abusing your power and being capricious – Sam George to CJ over anti-LGBTQ case delay

    Stop abusing your power and being capricious – Sam George to CJ over anti-LGBTQ case delay

    Ningo-Prampram Member of Parliament, Sam Nartey George, has called out Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo for what he describes as the arbitrary and capricious handling of the ongoing legal challenge surrounding the anti-LGBTQ bill.

    Sam George’s frustration stems from the delay in ruling on injunction applications that are blocking the transmission of the controversial Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill to President Nana Akufo-Addo for assent.

    Addressing the media, Sam George did not mince words, accusing the Chief Justice of abusing her authority under Article 296 of the Constitution.

    He expressed his disappointment with how long the case has been drawn out.

    “It is an abuse of her powers under Article 296 of the constitution. She is acting arbitrarily, capriciously, and maliciously. We will take her on for that,” Sam George declared.

    Initially, supporters of the anti-LGBTQ bill had planned a protest for August 21, 2024, to express their dissatisfaction with the Supreme Court’s delay. However, the demonstration has been rescheduled to September 21, 2024.

    The controversy stems from the court’s postponement of its decision on the injunction applications filed by Broadcast Journalist Richard Dela Sky and Researcher Dr. Amanda Odoi.

    The pair seeks to prevent the bill from being forwarded to the President. The Chief Justice, who presides over a five-member panel, has stated that the court will issue its ruling on the injunction applications together with its final judgment, indicating that an expedited trial is in the best interest of justice.

    Public interest has surged as the Supreme Court navigates legal arguments from both sides. Richard Dela Sky’s challenge questions the bill’s constitutionality, suggesting it infringes on fundamental rights enshrined in the 1992 Constitution.

    Meanwhile, Dr. Amanda Odoi’s concerns center on the bill’s lack of a fiscal impact analysis, raising potential conflicts with Article 108 of the Constitution.

    In defense of Parliament’s actions, Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame argued that the Speaker of Parliament acted within his constitutional authority when transmitting the bill to the President, asserting that no additional fiscal evaluation was necessary beyond what the bill itself mandates.

    Thaddeus Sory, representing the Speaker of Parliament, echoed similar sentiments, asserting that the legislative process is still ongoing and therefore not subject to premature interference by the Supreme Court. He contended that until the President signs the bill into law, it remains outside the court’s jurisdiction.

    The Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the anti-LGBTQ bill, was passed by Parliament on February 28, 2024, after a three-year-long journey through legislative processes. However, it remains in legal limbo until the court resolves the ongoing case and clears the way for its potential signing into law.

  • We will take Chief Justice on during our LGBTQ demo on Sep. 21 – Sam George

    We will take Chief Justice on during our LGBTQ demo on Sep. 21 – Sam George

    Proponents of the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill also known as the anti-LGBTQ bill have rescheduled their protest to September 21, 2024.

    Initially, the protest to be embarked on due to the Supreme Court’s delay in ruling on the injunction applications against the transmission of the bill to President Nana Akufo-Addo was initially scheduled to happen on August 21, 2024.

    Ningo-Prampram Member of Parliament, Sam Nartey George, made this known when he engaged the media while expressing displeasure with Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, presiding over a five-member panel hearing the case.

    According to him, the matter should have been dealt with already but the Chief Justice keeps prolonging the case.

    He wants Justice Torkornoo to provide a timeline for the case.

    “It is an abuse of her powers under Article 296 of the constitution. She is acting arbitrarily, capriciously and maliciously. We will take her on for that,” Sam George.

    The Supreme Court of Ghana has postponed its ruling on the injunction applications filed by Broadcast Journalist Richard Dela Sky and Researcher Dr. Amanda Odoi regarding the transmission of the controversial anti-LGBTQ bill to President Nana Akufo-Addo.

    The court announced that it will deliver its ruling on the injunction applications concurrently with the final judgment.

    Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, presiding over a five-member panel, emphasized that an expedited trial would better serve the interests of justice in this matter.

    The decision comes amidst heightened public interest and legal scrutiny surrounding the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill recently passed by Parliament.

    During separate hearings, the Supreme Court addressed the concerns raised by Richard Dela Sky and Dr. Amanda Odoi. Mr. Sky challenges the constitutionality of the bill, arguing that it violates multiple provisions of the 1992 constitution and encroaches upon fundamental human rights.

    Dr. Odoi, on the other hand, expressed specific reservations about certain provisions within the bill and sought an injunction to halt its transmission to the President for approval. Her legal counsel, Dr. Ernest Ackon, contended that the bill’s passage lacked a fiscal impact analysis, potentially infringing Article 108 of the constitution.

    In response, the Attorney-General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, defended Parliament’s actions, asserting that the Speaker’s discretion in transmitting bills to the President is constitutionally bound and does not require additional fiscal scrutiny beyond what is explicitly stated in the bill.

    Thaddeus Sory, representing the Speaker of Parliament, argued against the injunctions, emphasizing that the legislative process remains ongoing until the bill receives presidential assent, thus placing it outside the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction to intervene prematurely.

    Parliament on Wednesday, February 28, passed the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill also known as the anti-LGBTQ bill after three years following its introduction.

  • Stop acting at snail-pace and expedite anti-LGBTQ trial – Sam George to Chief Justice

    Stop acting at snail-pace and expedite anti-LGBTQ trial – Sam George to Chief Justice

    Lead advocate for the anti-LGBTQ bill, Samuel Nartey George, is calling on Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo to hasten the judicial process that has delayed the bill’s transmission to President Akufo-Addo for approval.

    The Supreme Court has postponed its ruling on injunction applications by Dr. Amanda Odoi and Broadcast Journalist Richard Sky, which aim to block the bill’s transmission, opting to issue the ruling on the same day as the final judgment.

    In an interview with Citi News, Ningo-Prampram MP Samuel Nartey George emphasized the need for the Chief Justice to expedite the case to reach a prompt resolution.

    “Even during vacation, the court sits and hears matters of great importance and national importance that require urgency. The court can sit during the vacation. And so that is what we are demanding, that this matter is a critical matter,” George stated.

    He further criticized the delay, noting, “The matter has been pending since March. Other cases that came after this were of equal importance, and she disposed of them expeditiously.”

    George questioned the Chief Justice’s slow handling of the case, saying, “So why is the Chief Justice behaving at a snail’s pace or acting at a snail’s pace in this? It is contrary to the Chief Justice’s own religious belief that she espouses on the altar of the ICGC in Tema. It is also contrary to the traditional authority she comes under in the Central Region. And so the Chief Justice must act expeditiously in pursuit of what she professes.”

  • Sam George to lead demonstration against Chief Justice over delay in sending bill to Akufo-Addo

    Sam George to lead demonstration against Chief Justice over delay in sending bill to Akufo-Addo

    Supporters of the anti-LGBTQ bill have announced plans to protest against the Chief Justice on August 21, 2024, due to what they consider a delay in forwarding the bill to the President.

    The Supreme Court postponed its decision on the injunction requests from Dr. Amanda Odoi and Broadcast Journalist Richard Sky concerning the bill’s transmission to the President, choosing instead to deliver the ruling on the same day as the final judgment.

    Samuel Nartey George, the lead sponsor of the anti-LGBTQ bill, made this statement during a visit with some minority members to the National Chief Imam and the Acting President of the Osu Traditional Council.

    He promised a peaceful demonstration to ensure the bill reaches the President for approval.

    “We want to do a peaceful march on the 21st of August to the Chief Justice because right now it is not the president that is holding it. It is the Chief Justice. She is the one who is preventing parliament from sending it to the president.”

    “…The people of Ghana just want her to do what we pay her salary for. Hear the case and give a judgement…If you don’t give a judgement, we are all hanging in the air,” he stated.

  • Pay 5-month salary due Jubilee House cleaners – Sam George to Akufo-Addo

    Pay 5-month salary due Jubilee House cleaners – Sam George to Akufo-Addo

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Samuel George Nettey, has urged President Nana Akufo-Addo to ensure that cleaners at the Jubilee House receive their overdue five-month salaries.

    Foster Domey, who claims seven years of service at the Jubilee House, expressed the hardship faced due to not receiving salary for five months.

    “We have asked why we have not been paid for five months. But the company which employed us says the government has not paid them, hence the inability to pay us our salary,” he said in an interview with an Accra-based radio station.

    Assured by management of imminent payment, Domey and his colleagues remain optimistic about receiving their dues soon.

    Speaking on GHOne TV, Samuel George Nettey directly appealed to President Akufo-Addo to intervene and ensure the cleaners’ salaries are promptly settled.

    “I am using this as an appeal to the president. President Akufo-Addo, the cleaners at the Jubilee House say for five months they have not been paid their salary. Please pay them. For five months, President Akufo-Addo why? What it takes you to fly one trip with Serwaa Broni will pay all these cleaners.”

  • NPP doesn’t believe Bawumia, Napo on their own strengths can win them power – Sam George

    NPP doesn’t believe Bawumia, Napo on their own strengths can win them power – Sam George

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam Nartey George, has criticized the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for what he perceives as a lack of confidence in their own candidates.

    During an interview on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana with host Randy Abbey, Sam George asserted that the NPP’s desperation to win power is evident in its strategies.

    “My brother, Ablakwa, has been going on and on about state capture. You know the NPP is so desperate to win power. They don’t believe that Dr. Bawumia and Dr. Napo on their own strengths can win them power. They don’t believe it. They don’t believe it that the two of them together have what it takes to win NPP the elections. So they need to capture every aspect of the state. Even the media, you are at risk,” Sam George stated.

    Sam George believes the NPP is resorting to extraordinary measures to secure an electoral victory because they do not have faith in the capabilities of their presidential and vice-presidential candidates, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), respectively.

    On the other hand, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), who was recently confirmed as the running mate for the NPP by the party’s National Council on July 4, 2024, has expressed his full commitment to supporting Dr. Bawumia.

    In his acceptance speech, NAPO, the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, pledged to lead a robust campaign to ensure an NPP victory and break the 8-year governance cycle.

    “As I assume the role of running mate alongside my esteemed boss, H.E. Dr. Bawumia, I am committed to supporting him to prosecute a formidable 2024 campaign to break the 8-year election cycle and serve our beloved country diligently. Let us work together towards a brighter future for Ghana,” NAPO said.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zD8YI1WhhNk
  • The NPP is so desperate to win power – Sam George

    The NPP is so desperate to win power – Sam George

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam Nartey George, has opined that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is exceedingly desperate to secure power in the upcoming elections.

    During an interview on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana with host Randy Abbey, Sam George emphasized his concerns about the party’s strategies, suggesting that the NPP does not have confidence in their presidential and vice-presidential candidates, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), winning the election based solely on their merits.

    He expressed worries about the NPP’s approach to capturing various state institutions to secure an electoral victory.

    “My brother, Ablakwa, has been going on and on about state capture. You know the NPP is so desperate to win power. They don’t believe that Dr. Bawumia and Dr. Napo on their own strengths can win them power. They don’t believe it. They don’t believe it that the two of them together have what it takes to win NPP the elections. So they need to capture every aspect of the state. Even the media, you are at risk,” Sam George declared.

    Meanwhile, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), who was recently confirmed as the running mate for the NPP by the party’s National Council on July 4, 2024, has pledged his full support to Dr. Bawumia.

    In his acceptance speech, NAPO, the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, committed to leading a strong campaign to ensure an NPP victory and break the 8-year governance cycle.

    “As I assume the role of running mate alongside my esteemed boss, H.E. Dr. Bawumia, I am committed to supporting him to prosecute a formidable 2024 campaign to break the 8-year election cycle and serve our beloved country diligently. Let us work together towards a brighter future for Ghana,” NAPO stated.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zD8YI1WhhNk
  • NPP MP ‘secretly’ buys GhanaWeb for €1M – Sam George reveals

    NPP MP ‘secretly’ buys GhanaWeb for €1M – Sam George reveals

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam Nartey George, has revealed that a Member of Parliament with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is presently the owner of one of Ghana’s biggest media houses, GhanaWeb.com.

    This claim was made during an interview on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana with host Randy Abbey.

    Sam George, in his allegations, suggested that the NPP is attempting to exert control over various sectors to ensure victory in the upcoming elections.

    He stated, “The NPP is so desperate to win power. They don’t believe that Dr. Bawumia and Dr. Napo on their own strengths can win them power. They need to capture every aspect of the tape.”

    He further elaborated on the acquisition of GhanaWeb, a popular and perceived neutral platform that carries both NPP and NDC opinions. According to Sam George, GhanaWeb is part of a conglomerate called African Web Technologies, run by a Dutch man named Robela, who, after a dispute with his partner Mark, sought investors to offset damages he had to pay.

    In his account, Sam George claimed, “Our colleague in Parliament on the NPP side paid 1 million euros to take over GhanaWeb. He has installed as the CEO his wife’s brother by the name of David Antwi as the new Managing Director.”

    Sam George did not disclose the identity of the side NPP MP.

    He however emphasized the implications of this alleged takeover, suggesting that GhanaWeb has now become an extension of the NPP’s propaganda wing.

    “It is important that Ghanaians now know that GhanaWeb is no longer that objective mouthpiece. GhanaWeb has now become like Daily Search Light. It is an extension of the NPP propaganda wing,” he asserted.

    However, it is important to note that TIGPost cannot independently verify the claims made by Sam George and does not have in its possession the said letter cited by him during his interview.

    The details provided by Sam George remain unconfirmed at this time.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zD8YI1WhhNk
  • You’d be held responsible for deaths on dilapidated Dawhenya-Afienya road – Sam George tells Roads Minister

    You’d be held responsible for deaths on dilapidated Dawhenya-Afienya road – Sam George tells Roads Minister

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam Nartey George, has called on the Ministry of Roads and Highways to quickly address the challenges on the Dawhenya-Afienya road.

    The Dawhenya-Afienya road, which currently has a steel bridge over a waterbody posing as a death trap to road users, is the only road tipper truck drivers use to cart building materials such as laterite, quarry dust, and stones.

    In a post on X platform, the MP bemoaned the lack of attention on the road by the government led by President Akufo-Addo.

    Ningo-Prampram MP, Sam George

    He held the Roads Minister, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, accountable for ensuring the needed funds were released to see construction work on the road. According to him, any lives lost will be a result of the minister’s inability to carry out his mandate.

    “I have sounded myself hoarse on this road. It is easy for everyone to blame the MP and forget that the budget for roads is approved by the Minister of Roads. The @ministryofroads is sleeping on this job, and we would hold them responsible for any loss of human life,” Fifi Kwetey, Sam George, Bola Ray laud Afronitaa and Abigail’s BGT finals positionSam George wrote.

    Despite several agitations and demonstrations embarked on by residents and drivers to express their worry, it has been left unfixed for many years, even though in July 2021, the government awarded a contract on it to  CYMAIN Limited for the resumption of work.

    In May 2022, Mr Kwasi Amoako-Atta, Minister for Roads and Highways, after touring the road, commended the contractor for a good job and gave the assurance that he would support the company to ensure its completion, stating that, “I know within a year or less, the people here will see a very significant work on the road.”

    Two years later, the contractor is not on the road, and residents are yet to see a significant improvement on the road as it was deteriorating each day as it rained and heavy vehicles continued to ply it.

  • SML-GRA deal which is to loot and share was approved by Ofori-Atta – Sam George

    SML-GRA deal which is to loot and share was approved by Ofori-Atta – Sam George

    Ningo-Prampram Member of Parliament, Sam George, has added his voice to the criticism surrounding the controversial contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML).

    He described the deal as a classic example of what former Supreme Court Justice, Jones Dotse, famously termed “create, loot, and share.” Mr. George believes the agreement was designed to siphon funds from the state coffers, portraying it as a mechanism for facilitating embezzlement.

    Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile programme on Saturday, May 25, the outspoken politician emphasized the importance of not overlooking the involvement of former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, in the controversial arrangement.

    Mr. George believes Ofori-Atta played a significant role in the deal and should not be allowed to evade responsibility.

    “The SML or SMEL deal is a clear example of what Justice Dotse described as a create, loot and share. One thing Ghanaians must bear in mind is that all of these happened with the tacit approval of the then Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta.”

    “As usual, he is trying to run under the radar and people are failing to realise, the key cardinal role he played in this entire arrangement,” he stated.

    Mr. George also characterized the GRA as a “crime scene”.

    “The Ghana Revenue Authority in my humble opinion is a crime scene and is the biggest single purveyor of corruption in our public service. I suggest the dissolution and reconstitution of the whole GRA. The GRA is supposed to be the watchdog in ensuring that nobody evades taxes and in this SML deal, the GRA itself failed to retrieve tax,” he added.

    President Akufo-Addo released the KPMG audit report on the contentious contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) on Wednesday, May 22. This followed weeks of pressure from Ghanaians, including civil society organizations, demanding transparency regarding the numerous infractions in the contract.

    The audit findings revealed that SML owes the GRA GH¢31.88 million in unpaid taxes for eight months of service provision. This debt includes accrued interest, estimated at GH¢18.50 million as of January 31, 2024. It was also discovered that all these contracts lacked approval from both the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) and Parliament.

    Furthermore, the report disclosed that the GRA had six service contracts with SML, contradicting the presidency’s initial claim of only three contracts. This discrepancy sharply contrasts with information previously stated in a press release by the Communications Director of the Presidency, Eugene Arhin, on April 24.

    These revelations have sparked significant public outrage, with many Ghanaians calling for the immediate cancellation of the deal and the prosecution of those responsible.

  • Enough of the codswallop! – Sam George reacts to High court judgement on “Akufo-Addo and Anti-LGBTQ bill”

    Enough of the codswallop! – Sam George reacts to High court judgement on “Akufo-Addo and Anti-LGBTQ bill”

    Leading advocate for the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, as well as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, and Member of Parliament (MP) for Ningo Prampram, Sam George, has criticized the High Court’s ruling on the legal challenge aiming to compel President Nana Akufo-Addo to assent to the anti-LGBTQ bill passed by Parliament.

    In a tweet, the Ningo MP accused the President and the Office of the Attorney General of colluding to secure such a ruling. He expressed his lack of surprise regarding the court’s decision.

    “I am not surprised at this ruling. It is a contrived verdict predetermined between @NAkufoAddo, the Attorney-General’s Office, and the Judiciary” parts of the tweet read.

    He went on to challenge the duo to deny his accusations reminding the President of a meeting held in his office on 22n April.

    “I dare them to challenge me on this. The President should remember the meeting in his office on Monday 22nd April. Enough of the codswallop, Mr. President!” he added.

    Sam George’s reaction comes after a legal challenge was presented to the Supreme Court on March 5, 2024 that sought to compel President Nana Akufo-Addo to immediately act on the anti-LGBTQ bill passed by Parliament

    However, on Monday, April, 2024, the court ruled that it would be inappropriate to force the President to accept the bill for possible assent while there are two pending Supreme Court challenges against it.

    The NDC MP has been vocal and active in the legislative process, expressing gratitude to his colleagues in Parliament for passing the bill.

    Sam George has also been urging President Akufo-Addo to sign the bill into law following its passage by Parliament.

  • Kudos for keeping your cool despite tantrums from gay CNN journalist – Sam George lauds Dr Amin

    Kudos for keeping your cool despite tantrums from gay CNN journalist – Sam George lauds Dr Amin

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam George, has lauded the minister-designate for finance, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam for taking a bold stance amidst what he perceives as an intimidation from CNN journalist, Richard Quest.

    During a recent interview, the CNN journalist inquired about Mr Amin’s thoughts on the anti-LGBT+ Bill passed by Parliament.

    In response, the minister-designate stated it is not in his place to instruct or meddle in the judgement of the Supreme Court while there’s an injunction on the Bill.

    He asserted his commitment to abiding by the laws of the country, stating that if the Supreme Court rules on the case and the president assents to it, he will comply.

    “The most important thing is to discuss the effects of the law when passed… Having said that, it is not for me to give the determination to the Supreme Court of our country.

    “Let me state my point clearly again, there is a case before the Supreme Court and I am not going to prejudice the determination of the Supreme Court,” he said.

    Watch video below:

    However, taking to the X platform, Sam George expressed administration for the minister-designate, highlighting his intelligence in handling the situation.


    “I must commend Hon. Amin Adam for keeping his cool and maintaining his stance on him being subject to the laws of Ghana. As for the very gay

    @richardquest, it is unsurprising his emotional tantrums. Would he dare such uncouth behaviour with any of the Arab Sheikhs he interviews?,” he wrote.

    According to him, Richard Quest would not dare to employ his “uncouth behaviour on any of the Arab Sheikhs he interviews”.


    The anti-LGBT+ Bill was passed by Parliament in February, but President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has deferred his decision on signing it until the Bill’s constitutionality is determined by the Supreme Court.

    Currently, two cases challenging the Bill’s constitutionality have been filed in the Supreme Court.

  • Cheers, applause, standing ovation as Sam George delivers ‘breathtaking’ speech in SA

    Cheers, applause, standing ovation as Sam George delivers ‘breathtaking’ speech in SA

    Ghanaian politician Sam George received a standing ovation for his impassioned plea to uphold human rights amidst the growing prevalence of same-sex relationships and a wide range of sexual orientations and gender identities commonly referred to as LGBTQ+.

    During his speech at the Global Transform Network Summit in Cape Town, George highlighted the increasing challenges posed by the LGBTQ+ movement, emphasising the need for concerted efforts from churches, institutions, state agencies, and leaders worldwide to combat what he described as a growing menace.

    As a Member of Parliament from Ningo-PramPram, George asserted his commitment to upholding human values but acknowledged the limitations of individual efforts.

    He urged leaders and influential figures to unite in preserving what he termed as “God’s creation” and to oppose same-sex relationships firmly.

    “It is my hope that leaders and influential individuals worldwide will join forces to protect God’s creation and combat the LGBTQ+ menace,” George stated, calling for a collective stand against the normalization of same-sex relationships.

    Watch video below:

  • Jesus’ cruxifiction was as a result of prophesy not people’s opinion – Sam George schools Gabby Otchere-Darko

    Jesus’ cruxifiction was as a result of prophesy not people’s opinion – Sam George schools Gabby Otchere-Darko

    Ningo Prampram’s Member of Parliament, Samuel Nartey George, has corrected Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, by stating that Jesus’ crucifixion was a fulfillment of prophecy, not a result of the voice of the people.

    Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko wrote on X that “If you think the majority is always right just remember that it was the voice of the people that crucified Jesus of Nazareth.”

    George responded to Otchere-Darko’s statement by explaining that Jesus’ death was predetermined by prophecy, not influenced by public opinion.

    “The crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth was fulfilment of prophecy and scripture. It is the divine mandate of his birth to be crucified. The voice of the majority was ordained by God and led to salvation for Christians today. Let’s pay more attention to the details Senior,” Sam George wrote on X.

  • Check out Sam George’s reaction to Wulormo child marriage brouhaha

    Check out Sam George’s reaction to Wulormo child marriage brouhaha

    The Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam George, has found himself under criticism in the midst of the Gborbu Wulormo child marriage controversy, with some questioning his silence on the issue while advocating for an anti-LGBT+ Bill.

    A circulated quote attributed to Sam George regarding the child marriage issue prompted him to dismiss it as a smear campaign orchestrated by activists from the ruling party.

    Denouncing the quote, Sam George clarified that he had not given any interviews to Obonu TV in over four years and had no familial connections to Nungua, where the incident took place.

    In response to queries about the child marriage, Sam George urged relevant state authorities, especially the gender minister, to take decisive action.

    Meanwhile, the police announced that they were providing protection to the 12-year-old girl and her mother, allegedly involved in the marriage, with support from the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection.

    The traditional marriage between a 63-year-old man and a 12-year-old girl sparked widespread outrage, leading to calls for the arrest of the Gborbu Wulormo.

    Despite criticisms, traditional authorities defended the marriage, citing customs and traditions, although Ghanaian law expressly prohibits marriages involving individuals below 18 years old.

    The quote read: “The Wulormo did nothing wrong, consent marriage is no crime,” with the post identifying the Wulormo as an uncle of the lawmaker.

    “I hope all ‘peace loving’ Ghanaians are watching on as the useless @NPP4All minions in a headless craze keep churning out lies almost on a daily basis as part of their mis(dis)information campaign aimed at smearing my reputation.

    “I am told this is aimed to turn the public support for our Family Values Bill before the President. It is amateurish, senile and simply silky to think you can sink me with these unintelligent lies.

    “I have NOT granted any interview to Obonu TV in over 4 years. I have absolutely no familial connection to Nungua or anyone from Nungua. I am proudly from Ningo,” his post read in part.

  • I’ve no familial connection to Nungua, you can’t sink me with unintelligent lies – Sam George over Wulomo-child marriage saga

    I’ve no familial connection to Nungua, you can’t sink me with unintelligent lies – Sam George over Wulomo-child marriage saga

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam George, has distanced himself from the recent Gborbu Wulormo child marriage brouhaha.

    Per reports, a 12-year-old and a 63-year-old traditional leader of Nungua, a suburb of Accra, have tied the knot.

    On social media, many criticized Sam George for not commenting on the issue, which they viewed as a flagrant violation of the Children’s Act, especially considering his advocacy for an anti-LGBT+ Bill.

    An artwork circulating on social media on April 1 claimed to feature a quote from Sam George’s alleged reaction to the matter in an interview with Accra-based Obonu FM.

    The quote read: “The Wulormo did nothing wrong, consent marriage is no crime,” with the post identifying the Wulormo as an uncle of the lawmaker.

    Reacting to the artwork that was going viral, the MP accused ruling party activists of being behind it as a plot to smear his image.

    “I hope all ‘peace loving’ Ghanaians are watching on as the useless @NPP4All minions in a headless craze keep churning out lies almost on a daily basis as part of their mis(dis)information campaign aimed at smearing my reputation.

    “I am told this is aimed to turn the public support for our Family Values Bill before the President. It is amateurish, senile and simply silky to think you can sink me with these unintelligent lies.

    “I have NOT granted any interview to Obonu TV in over 4 years. I have absolutely no familial connection to Nungua or anyone from Nungua. I am proudly from Ningo,” his post read in part.

    Meanwhile, the Police say the minor and her family are currently in its custody for protection.

    The police issued a statement in the early hours of April 2, 2024, reacting to the development for the first time.

  • You will be bias if Richard Sky’s case against anti-LGBTQ+ Bill is not thrown out – Sam George tells Chief Justice

    You will be bias if Richard Sky’s case against anti-LGBTQ+ Bill is not thrown out – Sam George tells Chief Justice

    The Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, has expressed astonishment at the Supreme Court’s prioritization of legal cases.

    Specifically, Sam George was taken aback by the Supreme Court’s decision to address the case of Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, the MP for South Dayi, ahead of that of private legal practitioner Richard Dela Sky.

    Richard Dela Sky lodged an application with the Supreme Court on March 5, seeking a declaration nullifying the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the anti-gay bill.

    The Ningo Prampram MP argued that the court’s sequencing of proceedings would have been fairer had it first considered the case concerning the anti-gay bill before turning to the matter involving the South Dayi MP.

    Sam George remarked, “What is surprising to me is that the Chief Justice has not called the Richard Sky case, which is almost four weeks old, before the court to hear that, but has called the case that was less than a week old. Because it is the same principle.

    “The principle the Supreme Court has espoused here, if you apply that to the Richard Sky case, that case also has to be thrown out, because it is equally very frivolous because the Supreme Court has no power to stay the hands of the president.

    He continued, “But if the judiciary is not being biased, if the judiciary is showing a mind of its own, especially the chief justice, showing a mind of their own, they would have called those cases because common sense is part of legislation and the work of the judiciary.”

    Sam George emphasized that an unbiased judiciary, particularly the Chief Justice, should exhibit independent judgment by addressing such cases promptly, as common sense plays a role in both legislation and judicial proceedings.

  • Richard Sky’s anti-LGBTQ bill case is “frivolous”, throw it out – Sam George tells Supreme Court

    Richard Sky’s anti-LGBTQ bill case is “frivolous”, throw it out – Sam George tells Supreme Court

    Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, has entreated the apex out to throw out Richard Dela Sky’s case involving the passage of the anti-LGBTQ bill as it is “frivolous.”

    He made this statement when he expressed surprise at the Supreme Court’s prioritization of legal cases.

    “The principle the Supreme Court has espoused here, if you apply that to the Richard Sky case, that case also has to be thrown out, because it is equally very frivolous because the Supreme Court has no power to stay the hands of the president.”

    Specifically, he was shocked by the Supreme Court’s decision to address the case of South Dayi MP Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor before that of private legal practitioner Richard Dela Sky.

    Dela Sky filed an application on March 5 with the Supreme Court, seeking a declaration that the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly known as the anti-gay bill, is null, void, and of no effect.

    Sam George believes that the court’s order of proceedings would have been fairer if it had first heard the case regarding the anti-gay bill before addressing the matter involving the South Dayi MP.

    “What is surprising to me is that the Chief Justice has not called the Richard Sky case, which is almost four weeks old, before the court to hear that, but has called the case that was less than a week old. Because it is the same principle.

    “But if the judiciary is not being biased, if the judiciary is showing a mind of its own, especially the chief justice, showing a mind of their own, they would have called those cases because common sense is part of legislation and the work of the judiciary.”

    Meanwhile, the apex court has dismissed the case brought to it by Mr Nelson Dafeamekpor, noting that it is frivolous.

  • Gertrude Torkornoo is engaged in judicial thuggery; threat to the dispensation of justice – Sam George

    Gertrude Torkornoo is engaged in judicial thuggery; threat to the dispensation of justice – Sam George

    The Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam George, has criticized Ghana’s Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo accusing her of selectively administering justice.

    The controversy arose concerning the early court hearing of Dafeamekpor’s case related to President Akufo-Addo’s approval of new Ministers.

    The recent approval of the anti-LGBTQ+ bill by parliament has stirred debate, awaiting President Akufo-Addo’s assent.

    However, the president has cited Richard Dela Sky’s court suit as a reason for delaying his decision on passing the bill into law.

    The issue at hand is the sequence of court hearings, with Dafeakmekpor’s case being heard first despite Richard Dela Sky’s suit coming earlier.

    Sam George took to Twitter, denouncing Chief Justice Torkornoo’s actions as “judicial thuggery.”

    According to Sam George, the Chief Justice’s alleged partisan behaviour undermines justice and poses a threat to the rule of law.

    He emphasised the need for equitable, fair, and just dispensation of justice, calling for condemnation of such actions that could lead to a breakdown in the justice system.

    “There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that the current Chief Justice is engaged in judicial thuggery and poses an existential threat to the dispensation of justice in an equitable, fair, and just manner.

    “Such partisan behaviour at the apex of our judiciary must not be entertained and must be condemned with all the force reasonable people can muster. Judicial gangsterism is a precursor for the breakdown in the dispensation of justice and the doctrine of the rule of law.

    “Common sense ought to be an ingredient in the dispensation of justice,” Sam George stated.

    See tweet below:

  • “Chief Justice is engaged in judicial thuggery,” such partisan behaviour must not be tolerated – Sam George

    “Chief Justice is engaged in judicial thuggery,” such partisan behaviour must not be tolerated – Sam George

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam George, has criticized Chief Justice Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, accusing her of engaging in what he described as “judicial thuggery.”

    He believes this behaviour threatens the fair and equitable dispensation of justice.

    Sam George also suggested that the Chief Justice is influenced by political considerations, which he feels should not be tolerated in the Judiciary.

    Making his point clear in a post shared via X, he said “There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that the current Chief Justice is engaged in judicial thuggery and poses an existential threat to the dispensation of justice in an equitable, fair, and just manner.”

    He added “Such partisan behaviour at the apex of our judiciary must not be entertained and must be condemned with all the force reasonable people can muster. Judicial gangsterism is a precursor for the breakdown in the dispensation of justice and the doctrine of the rule of law. Common sense ought to be an ingredient in the dispensation of justice.”

    This criticism follows the Supreme Court’s decision to prioritize the hearing of Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor’s case challenging the constitutionality of the president’s ministerial nominations over the hearing of Richard Dela Sky’s suit seeking an injunction on the anti-gay bill.

    Despite Dafeamekpor’s suit being filed two weeks after Sky’s suit, the hearing for Dafeamekpor’s case was slated for March 27, 2024.

    Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has rejected an application for an injunction against the approval of President Akufo-Addo’s new ministerial appointees, filed by South Dayi legislator Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor.

    The court deemed the application frivolous and an abuse of court processes.

  • “Myopic view” ; Sam George blasts X-user for demanding “running mate from Volta Region”

    “Myopic view” ; Sam George blasts X-user for demanding “running mate from Volta Region”

    Ningo Prampram Member of Parliament Sam George recently engaged in a heated exchange with a Twitter user who demanded a running mate from the Volta Region.

    The Twitter user’s post was in response to Sam George’s comments about the National Democratic Congress (NDC) rewarding Volta supporters for their long standing loyalty.



    Sam George’s initial post had sought assistance from a tourism expert from the Volta Region for an upcoming project.

    However, when confronted by the Twitter user’s demand for a Volta Region running mate, Sam George defended the NDC’s commitment to the region and questioned what the New Patriotic Party (NPP) had done for Voltarians since 2016.

    In his response, Sam George dismissed the demand as myopic and highlighted the NDC’s investments in the Volta Region, such as the University and Airport projects.



    He also pointed out the significant voter support the NDC has received from the region.

    The exchange sparked a mixed reaction on social media, with some advising Sam George to choose his words carefully while others urged him to remain composed.

    As the country approaches the 2024 general elections, tensions and debates over leadership suitability continue to dominate the political landscape.

  • “When will NDC choose a running mate from Volta Region” – X user quizzes Sam George

    “When will NDC choose a running mate from Volta Region” – X user quizzes Sam George

    A recent post from a social media user has stirred conversations about the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s choice for vice presidential candidate, particularly regarding representation from the Volta Region.

    The Twitter user directed a query to Ningo Prampram Member of Parliament Sam George, highlighting the absence of a Volta Region nominee as the vice for flagbearer John Dramani Mahama.

    The Volta Region has historically shown substantial support for the NDC, prompting calls from party loyalists to appoint a vice president from the region.

    Despite this, the party has not yet fulfilled these expectations, leading to growing concerns among supporters.

    The mention of former President Jerry John Rawlings, who hailed from the Volta Region, has further fueled discussions, with locals advocating for similar representation at the vice presidential level.

    Sam George’s tweet about sourcing a tour guide from the Volta Region intensified these sentiments, as echoed by an X user who believes it is time for the Voltarians to be recognized and honored within the party’s leadership structure.

    Amidst preparations for the 2024 general elections, the NDC has announced John Mahama as its preferred flagbearer and Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang as the vice-presidential candidate, sparking further debates on regional representation within the party.

  • You have proven you cannot be trusted – Sam George reacts to Akufo-Addo’s letter on anti-gay bill

    You have proven you cannot be trusted – Sam George reacts to Akufo-Addo’s letter on anti-gay bill

    In response to the recent directive from the Office of the President directing Parliament to refrain from sending the anti-gay bill to President Akufo-Addo for his assent, Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam George, has expressed strong disapproval.


    The statement from the Office of the President cited pending legal matters before the Supreme Court as a result for the halt.


    Taking to the X platform, Sam George penned a scathing letter addressed to President Akufo-Addo, condemning the move as “shameful and disgraceful.”

    He accused the President of failing to uphold his promises and questioned the sincerity of his words.

    “Dear@NAkufoAddo, this is not just shameful and disgraceful but speaks to the facts that when it comes to your words and promises, they are mere fluff and flowery English. Once again, you prove to the Ghanaian people that you are not to be trusted,” he added.


    The anti-gay bill has sparked significant debate and controversy in Ghana, with proponents advocating for its enactment to criminalize same-sex relationships, while opponents argue against it on grounds of human rights and equality.

    On Wednesday, the February 28 2024, passed the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values, also known as the anti-LGBTQ bill. 

    The legislation prohibits lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) activities and criminalizes their promotion, advocacy, and funding in the country.

    The bill awaits approval from President Akufo-Addo for implementation.

    The United States of America (USA) has warned that Ghana’s public health, media, civic spaces, and economy could be affected should the bill be endorsed.

    In a statement, US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller stated that the legislation threatens Ghana’s tradition of tolerance, peace, and respect for human rights. 

    Mr. Miller has called for a review of the bill to safeguard the rights of all individuals in Ghana, citing its inconsistency with the country’s values.

     However, Sam George, who is also the proponent of the LGBTQ bill, has indicated that President Akufo-Addo must be confident enough to assent to the bill as Ghana stands to lose. 

    He emphasized that American businesses operate in Ghana to make profits and not because of LGBTQ-related agendas.

    According to him, no American business owners in Ghana will cease operations if they are making huge profits just to oppose the country’s cultural values.

    He added that whoever will not be comfortable with what the country supports can suspend their businesses, as those willing to will come and occupy their spaces.

    “Well Ghana is a proud African Nation, first country in sub saharan Africa to gain independence and lead a light for the rest of Africa. I expect the leaders of our country, the president of our country to stand shoulder high and tell the American people you either do business on our terms or you can walk. 

    “American businesses that operate in Ghana are not here because of LGBTQ, they are here because they make a profit. If you are an American business working in Ghana and you turn 100 million dollars in profit every year, if you think that because we are protecting our cultural values and say no to LGBTQ you want to lose a 100 million dollars in profit, pack up and go another company to come to Ghana and do business, he added.

  • “I agree with Ursula on this one” – Sam George on satellite internet option

    “I agree with Ursula on this one” – Sam George on satellite internet option

    Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Sam Nartey George has said that he shares the same opinion as the minister of communication Ursula Owusu on the topic of satellite internet options.

    Mrs Owusu-Ekuful, announced that government will promptly license satellite firms to serve as a backup for mobile network operators, following the disruption in their services.

    However she made it known that the cost for satellites is relatively much higher than the terrestrial solutions.

    Today on the AM show with Evans Mensah, Sam George said he perfectly agrees with the communication minister’s assertion

    “Well, let me be frank and say that I agree with the minister on satellites not being a reliable back up plan. Because satellites apart from it unreliability due to weather, you cannot even carry the level of bandwidth that you are requiring. To carry for example, the traffic that MTN is carrying. I mean MTN is piping over 170gb per second on ACE per second and 150gb per second on WATTS. So clearly you can’t do that about satellites. So I agree with the minister on that,” the Ningo Prampram MP expressed.

    Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, the Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, has declared the government’s intention to swiftly license satellite companies to act as a backup for mobile network operators in response to the recent disruptions in their services.

    Starting from Thursday, March 14, Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) have encountered disruptions, resulting in numerous Ghanaians being left without internet access.

    Mrs. Owusu-Ekuful unveiled this strategy while providing an update to Parliament on the situation in Accra on Monday.

    “With regard to the use of satellite as an alternative, it is important to note that the bandwidth of a satellite backup for network operators cannot replace the capacity that has been lost due to the outage. Satellite backup for consumers is more feasible.

    “However, the cost is relatively much higher than the terrestrial solutions. Immediate initiatives that the government will undertake is that we will license satellite gateway air stations, London rights, and satellite air station network. One web has already been licensed.

    “Starlink is in the process of being licensed, and other operators are being encouraged to land in Ghana. We must also invest in operationalizing RASCOM, the regional African satellite company instead of each company of each country going it alone.”

  • NCA is not putting in much efforts to make Ghana’s internet stable – Sam George

    NCA is not putting in much efforts to make Ghana’s internet stable – Sam George

    The delay in fully restoring internet connectivity has been attributed to the ineffectiveness of the National Communications Authority (NCA) by the Deputy Ranking Member on the Communications Committee of Parliament, Samuel Nartey George.

    Since Thursday, March 14, Mobile Network Operations (MNOs) have experienced disruptions, leaving many Ghanaians without internet connections.

    On Monday, March 18, the NCA announced that MNOs would reassess their operations and consider prioritizing and allocating more data resources to key stakeholders. They will work with Subsea Cable Landing Service Providers to progressively improve internet data capacity.

    The stakeholders include various entities such as the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Ghana Association of Banks (GAB), Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems (GhIPSS), Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE), Central Securities Depository, Ghana Water Company Limited, Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), MNOs, Subsea Cable Landing Service Providers, Ghana Internet Exchange (GIX), and the Accra Internet Exchange (AIX).

    In an update to Parliament, the Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, indicated that the government would immediately license satellite firms as a backup for network operators in response to the disruption in mobile network services.

    During the parliamentary session, Mr. George highlighted that Cote d’Ivoire, despite being the hardest hit, is faring better than Ghana due to proactive measures taken by its regulator.

    He criticized the NCA for not fulfilling its regulatory duties and pointed out that instead of focusing on its task, it was competing with the Ghana Chamber of Telecom. Mr. George emphasized the need for the NCA to prioritize solutions rather than merely identifying problems, as expected of a regulatory body advocating for the rights of Ghanaian citizens and customers.

    “Mr speaker, the cut happened off the coast of Cote d’Ivoire. Cote d’Ivoire was the most impacted country on Thursday. As we speak today, Cote d’Ivoire’s recovery is ahead of Ghana simply because their regulator had put in place the right mechanisms.

    “In the case of AT, and if you ask what Cote d’Ivoire is doing, they are using MOVE. The MOVE operator cable. They immediately allowed all the other operators to pick it up on MOVE. When you speak about the success of AT, AT is simply able to carry traffic because they have redundancy using the Nigerian link. But is that not supposed to be a prerequisite for all the other operators in the country? Who is supposed to monitor that?”

    “It is the regulator. So, if the regulator has slept on his job and today, we are found in this position, and then we want to raise our hands up in the air and say, oh, other countries that were affected have recovered and are recovering faster than Ghana because the regulators are proactive,” he stated.

    “Our regulator today is competing with the Ghana Chamber of Telecom. The Ghana Chamber of Telecom served the interest of the telecom companies and is their advocaCY. The Ghanaian regulator is supposed to be the advocate for the rights. The NCA, the National Communications Authority, is supposed to be the advocate for the rights of Ghanaian citizens and customers.

    “Therefore, updates that have been put out by the NCA are simply mirroring the statements of the chamber of Telecom. They don’t tell us what remedial actions regulatory policy are being put in place for the Ghanaian customer. They’re only telling us what the problems are. That is the language of the regulator. He’s going to tell you what the problems are. I am expecting the NCA to tell me what the solutions are, not what the problems are,” he said.

  • Apologise to the GaDangmes for saying Tetteh Quarshie is from Eastern Region – Sam George to Akufo-Addo

    Apologise to the GaDangmes for saying Tetteh Quarshie is from Eastern Region – Sam George to Akufo-Addo

    Member of Parliament representing Ningo-Rampram, Sam Nartey George, has demanded an apology from President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his assertion that the renowned Tetteh Quarshie originates from Mampong in the Eastern Region.

    During an interview on TV3 on Sunday, March 10, 2024, George stated that Akufo-Addo’s claim is a grave mistake that cannot go unnoticed.

    According to the MP, the president’s statement has offended the GaDangmes by suggesting that their esteemed figure, Tetteh Quarshie, who introduced cocoa to Ghana, belongs to the Eastern Region.

    George has given Akufo-Addo a deadline of seven days to apologise for what he deems an unacceptable error.

    “I think the president owes the GaDangme people an apology. For the unforgivable statement he made, Tetteh Quarshie, a proud son of GaDangme land, a son whom we birth, is not ours. I mean, that’s unforgivable—completely unforgivable.

    “The president owes us an apology, and it must happen within the next seven days. Absolutely, because that is an unpardonable mistake to make. He cannot seek to rewrite history and we won’t accept that. As a proud GaDangme son, I will not accept that from the president,” he said.

    The MP called on Ga traditional leaders to demand President Akufo-Addo apologise for his remarks.

    “And I expect the chiefs of Ga-Adangbe to rise up and right this wrong. I’ve seen that some of them have spoken, but we want to see more action. The Ga chiefs must speak. The Ga Mantse must speak. The traditional council must speak. The regional house of chiefs must speak.”

    What Akufo-Addo said:

    During his address at the 67th Independence Day Anniversary on March 6, 2024, President Akufo-Addo recognized the significant contribution of the region to Ghana’s cocoa industry.

    He specifically acknowledged the pivotal role played by Tetteh Quarshie, who is credited with introducing cocoa to Ghana from Equatorial Guinea.

    Additionally, the president stated that Tetteh Quarshie hails from the Eastern Region.

    “Indeed, Tetteh Quarshie, an indigene of Mampong Akuapem, here in the Eastern Region, brought back, in the late 19th century, the cocoa pod from Fernando Po, now Bioko, in Equatorial Guinea, an act that led him and others to establish our nation’s first commercial cocoa farms here in the Eastern Region,” the president said in his speech.

    Following the president’s remarks, the GaDangme Council, an organisation representing the interests of the GaDangme people, refuted his assertion regarding the origins of Tetteh Quarshie, the renowned figure in Ghana’s cocoa industry.

    In a statement issued by its president, Ayikoi Otoo, the council denounced President Akufo-Addo’s claim, stating it as erroneous and misleading.

    According to the council, Tetteh Quarshie was actually born and raised in Osu, a community situated in the Greater Accra Region.

    The statement further provided background information on Tetteh Quarshie, highlighting his historical significance in Ghana and referencing documented records that support his connection to Osu.

  • Sam George calls out BBC over Akufo-Addo’s refusal to sign anti-LGBTQ+ law

    Sam George calls out BBC over Akufo-Addo’s refusal to sign anti-LGBTQ+ law

    Member of parliament for the Ningo-Prampram Constituency, Honourable Sam George, has publicly challenged the BBC’s reporting on President Nana Akufo-Addo’s stance regarding the controversial anti-LGBTQ+ bill.

    BBC News Africa’s Twitter handle recently highlighted President Akufo-Addo’s hesitation in signing the bill. Their article bore the headline, “Ghana’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill: Akufo-Addo to Wait for Supreme Court Ruling.”

    The accompanying caption underscored that Ghana’s leader would withhold assent until the highest court in the land ruled on the bill’s constitutionality.

    “Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo says he will not assent to an anti-gay bill until the Supreme Court rules on its constitutionality. The bill was backed by both of Ghana’s main political parties but cannot become law without the president’s approval,” BBC News Africa tweeted.

    In a succinct tweet directed at BBC Africa, Sam George, also a major sponsor of the bill, pointed out an omission in their coverage.

    Sam George’s tweet suggests that the president’s assent is not necessary for the bill to become law, and that parliament can override his decision if he refuses to sign the bill

    He wrote, “@BBCAfrica, point of correction. Article 106(8)(9)&(10) spell out how Parliament can proceed to make the Bill law even when the President decides not to assent to the Bill. Cheers.”

    The BBC has not yet responded to Sam George’s tweet.

    The anti-LGBTQ+ bill, titled the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill 2024, was passed by parliament on 28 February 2024.

    The bill proposes penalties for anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+, engages in same-sex relations, or promotes LGBTQ+ rights and activities.

    It has been widely condemned by human rights activists, civil society organisations, religious groups, and foreign governments as a violation of the fundamental rights and freedoms of LGBTQ+ people and a threat to Ghana’s democracy and rule of law.

    However, President Akufo-Addo’s reluctance to sign it has fueled controversy. His assertion that the Supreme Court’s ruling must precede any action on the bill has sparked discussions within Ghana and beyond its borders.

    As the nation awaits the court’s verdict, tensions remain high, and citizens closely monitor developments. The bill’s fate hangs in the balance, and its potential impact reverberates far beyond Ghana’s shores.

  • Disgraceful National Peace Council must be disbanded – Sam George

    Disgraceful National Peace Council must be disbanded – Sam George

    Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Sam George, has urged for the disbandment of the National Peace Council due to concerns regarding potential threats to Ghana’s peace.

    His comments follow the Council’s boss’s remarks that his outfit is yet to take a stance on Sam George’s advocacy and activism against gay rights in the country.

    Sam George, in response, called the council a band of ‘bipartisan hypocrites’ who should be disbanded for the peace of Ghana.

    “The Peace Council is a disgrace and a shame. I have said this before and I will say it again. They are hypocrites—extremely hypocritical.

    We’ve seen the posture of the Peace Council. The Peace Council has become a political organisation; it should be disbanded for the santity of Ghana’s peace. The Peace Council is a threat to our peace, yes ” he fumed during an appearance on 3FM’s Sunrise on March 5, 2024.

    Using the analogy of the biblical story of Essau and Jacob, Sam George chided the members of the Council for having sold their consciences.

    “It’s a bunch of hypocrites who have sold their conscience, like Essau sold his birthright for a bowl of porridge. The men and women who sit on the peace council , if they have conscience and if they fear the God that they say they serve and worship, should bow their heads in shame, he fumed.

  • Akufo-Addo approved E-levy amid a lawsuit yet claims he is unable to do same for anti LGBTQ+ bill – Sam George

    Akufo-Addo approved E-levy amid a lawsuit yet claims he is unable to do same for anti LGBTQ+ bill – Sam George

    The controversial Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has become the spotlight of a brewing conflict between its lead sponsor, Sam George, and President Akufo-Addo.

    George alleges that the President is using a pending legal challenge as a shield to avoid assenting to the contentious legislation.

    Speaking on JoyFM’s Top Story on March 5, George pointed to the President’s past actions, highlighting instances such as the Electronic Transaction Levy, where Akufo-Addo proceeded despite legal challenges.

    The Prampram lawmaker argued that if the President genuinely supported the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, he would have assented to it, court action notwithstanding.

    “The President is being the puppet master here with a few other players here. The President is trying to find an excuse not to sign, but again you want to find out if the President is being principled or not,” George asserted.

    Furthermore, George revealed his plan to suggest to co-sponsors to reintroduce the bill to Parliament if President Akufo-Addo declines to sign.

    He emphasised the possibility of putting it to a 2/3rd majority vote in such a scenario.

    President Akufo-Addo reassured the international community of Ghana’s commitment to upholding human rights, emphasising the ongoing legal challenge as the reason for the delay in action.

    He made these remarks during a diplomatic engagement on March 4, addressing concerns surrounding the bill.

    Adding a layer of complexity to the situation, on March 5, journalist and lawyer Richard Dela Sky filed a lawsuit against Parliament at the Supreme Court, seeking an order to restrain the President from assenting to the bill.

    The lawsuit also aims to prevent the Speaker of Parliament and the Clerk from presenting the bill to the President.

    However, legal experts, including Associate Professor Prof Kwadwo Appiagyei-Atua from the Ghana Law School, have labelled certain portions of the lawsuit as premature.

    Appiagyei-Atua noted that arguing against the bill on the grounds of constitutional violations may weaken the case.
    As the legal battle unfolds, the fate of the Human Sexual Rights Bill remains uncertain, with political and legal figures locked in a contentious struggle over its future.

  • Speaker of Parliament sued over anti-gay bill – Sam George

    Speaker of Parliament sued over anti-gay bill – Sam George

    One of the leading proponents and sponsors of the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, MP for Ningo-Prampram, Sam George, has disclosed that the Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Alban Bagbin, has been dragged to court by one of the leading advocates of gay rights over the anti-gay bill.

    He has been in court since last year , the Ningo-Prampram MP said.

    He made the disclosure during an interview on 3FM’s Sunrise on March 5, 2024, during discussions on the controversies surrounding the anti-LGBTQ bill.

    “From where I sit, its sad that people don’t know that the speaker since last year has been sued for doing his job as a speaker. There’s an ongoing case in which the speaker is having to pay lawyers to personally represent him.

    He has been sued by a lady named Amanda Odoi, another puppet of the gay lobby. She is being funded and used by the gay lobby to do what she’s been doing.”

  • I invite you all to the commissioning of the National Cathedral on 6th March – Sam George ‘mocks’ NPP bigwigs

    I invite you all to the commissioning of the National Cathedral on 6th March – Sam George ‘mocks’ NPP bigwigs

    Today, Ghanaians will celebrate the country’s 67th year of independence from colonial rule. The day also marks a day of accountability for the Akufo-Addo government.

    During the 2021 mid-year budget review in Parliament on Thursday, July 29, 2021, former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta announced the commissioning date for the National Cathedral project.

    He stated that the Cathedral would be officially opened on March 6, 2024, upon its completion.

    “Mr. Speaker, work on the National Cathedral is progressing speedily, and following the program of the contractors, and with God helping us, the National Cathedral is expected to be officially commissioned on March 6, 2024. Upon completion, the National Cathedral would provide a sacred space for formal religious activities of State and symbolize the enormous contribution of faith to Nation Building.”

    During parliamentary proceedings today to debate the State of the Nation Address (SONA), MP for Ningo-Prampram, Sam George, reminded the House of the former Finance Minister’s statement.

    Despite knowing that the project has not been completed, Sam George invited the Majority Leader Afenyo-Markin and other prominent individuals in the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), to make sure they attended the non-existent commissioning ceremony.

    “Let me at this juncture invite Members of Parliament, Right Honourable Speaker, tomorrow is a public holiday, but I want to on behalf of government invite you to the commissioning of the national cathedral which was advertised by the former Finance Minister now Finance Minister for International Affairs, that the national cathedral will be commissioned on the 6th March 2024. So I will love to see Honourable K. T. Hammond and Honourable Afenyo Markin at that commissioning,” Sam George.

    For months, work on the project stalled due to lack of funds.

    In a social media post on January 31, Mr Ablakwa noted that “recent claims by government propagandists that work has resumed on Akufo-Addo’s scandalous US$450million cathedral are absolutely false.”

    He indicated that latest drone footage captured a few minutes ago by SOA Oversight confirms that the “world’s most expensive pit remains abandoned.”

    The drone footage was captured on Wednesday, January 31, 2024.

    The construction of the National Cathedral is receiving financial support from the state, with collaboration from the Christian community. As of November 2022, the Finance Ministry disclosed that an amount of GH¢339,003,064.86 has been released for the project.

    Additionally, GH¢113,040,654.86 has been paid to the consulting firm, Messers Sir David Adjaye and Associates, responsible for the cathedral’s construction. This information was provided to the parliamentary Adhoc Committee in response to a request for the total government expenditure on the National Cathedral.

  • Friends do not blackmail – Sam George tells Akufo-Addo over anti-LGBTQ bill

    Friends do not blackmail – Sam George tells Akufo-Addo over anti-LGBTQ bill

    Member of Parliament for the Ningo-Prampram constituency, Sam George has advised President Akufo-Addo to be extra careful of the individuals he views as allies.

    This comes after President Akufo-Addo revealed concerns raised by countries deemed to be friends of Ghana over the recent passage of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, also known as the anti-LGBTQ bill.

    In a circular shared by Director of communications at the office of the President, Eugene Arhin, the President said, “l am aware that last week’s bi-partisan passage by Parliament of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, on a Private Member’s motion, has raised considerable anxieties in certain quarters of the diplomatic community and amongst some friends of Ghana that she may be turning her back on her, hitherto, enviable, longstanding record on human rights observance and attachment to the rule of law. I want to assure you that no such back-sliding will be contemplated or occasioned.”

    The bill’s approval has been met with criticism, notably from Virginia Evelyn Palmer, the United States Ambassador to Ghana, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, among others.

    But Mr George expressed that the president should not hinder the preference of Ghanaians based on some threats from bodies he views as Ghana’s allies.

    Addressing his colleagues in parliament, Sam George emphatically asserted, “My friends will not blackmail me with money, so if we are being told today in the president’s statement that he is giving the friends of Ghana assurance that he is not going to hasten to the ill that this sovereign government has passed, preventing the will of the Ghanaian people.”

    Speaking at a diplomatic event, President Akufo-Addo assured these international bodies that Ghana maintains its reputation for respecting human rights and following the rule of law.

    The President clarified that the Bill is currently being challenged in the Supreme Court, and until a verdict is reached, his government will not enforce any provisions of the private Member’s bill.

  • Anti LGBTQ+ bill: I’m worried about the kind of friends Akufo-Addo keeps – Sam George

    Anti LGBTQ+ bill: I’m worried about the kind of friends Akufo-Addo keeps – Sam George

    Member of Parliament for the Ningo-Prampram constituency, Sam George openly criticized President Akufo-Addo‘s hesitancy to assent to the anti-LGBTQ+ bill passed by parliament.

    George expressed his concerns, asserting that the President’s role should not hinder the preference of Ghanaians.

    Addressing his colleagues in parliament, Sam George emphatically asserted, “My friends will not blackmail me with money, so if we are being told today in the president’s statement that he is giving the friends of Ghana assurance that he is not going to hasten to the ill that this sovereign government has passed, preventing the will of the Ghanaian people.”

    President Akufo-Addo responded to concerns raised by international allies regarding the passage of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, also known as the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill.

    Speaking at a diplomatic event, he reassured these countries that Ghana remains dedicated to upholding human rights, despite the recent legislative development.

    The President acknowledged the anxieties within the diplomatic community and among friends of Ghana but affirmed that the country’s reputation for respecting human rights and adhering to the rule of law will not be compromised.

    He clarified that the Bill is currently under scrutiny in the Supreme Court, and until a verdict is reached, his government will not enforce any provisions of the private Member’s bill.

    In a circular shared by the Director of Communications at the office of the President, Eugene Arhin, President Akufo-Addo asserted, “l am aware that last week’s bi-partisan passage by Parliament of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, on a Private Member’s motion, has raised considerable anxieties in certain quarters of the diplomatic community and amongst some friends of Ghana that she may be turning her back on her, hitherto, enviable, long standing record on human rights observance and attachment to the rule of law. I want to assure you that no such back-sliding will be contemplated or occasioned.”

    The President’s commitment to maintaining Ghana’s reputation for human rights observance and adherence to the rule of law, coupled with the ongoing legal scrutiny of the bill, sets the stage for a potentially contentious debate on the intersection of national values and international expectations.

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  • Anti LGBTQ+ is meant to ‘kill’ homosexuality advocacy – Sam George clarifies

    Anti LGBTQ+ is meant to ‘kill’ homosexuality advocacy – Sam George clarifies

    Member of Parliament for the Ningo-Prampram constituency, Sam George, dispels misconceptions surrounding the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, emphasizing its focus on preventing unauthorized advocacy rather than violating human rights.

    George underscored the need to protect individuals’ privacy, expressing concern about the public disclosure of personal sexual experiences.

    He clarified that the primary objective of the proposed legislation is to address advocacy activities, specifically mentioning figures like Audrey Gadzekpo and Amanda Odoi.

    “The real intent of the bill is to deal with advocacy, such as those by Audrey Gadzekpo, Amanda Odoi, and similar individuals. These individuals, who identify as straight, allegedly receive funding from the gay lobby to influence and indoctrinate our children,” states Sam George during the interview.

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  • World Bank, IMF has not officially written to Ghana over anti LGBTQ+ bill – Sam George

    World Bank, IMF has not officially written to Ghana over anti LGBTQ+ bill – Sam George

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram constituency, Sam George, has vehemently criticized President Akufo-Addo, accusing him of stalling the bill’s passage into law under the false pretext of potential IMF funding repercussions.

    George asserts that a purported communique from the Finance Ministry, suggesting that the President might withhold assent to avoid harming Ghana’s access to IMF funds, is baseless and fabricated.

    “There is absolutely no official communication from the IMF stating that they are withholding funding because of the bill. I’m challenging the government to provide the official communique; there is none,” Sam George declared on TV3, refuting the alleged connection between the Anti-LGBTQ+ bill and international funding concerns.

    President Akufo-Addo, responding to international concerns, assured the diplomatic community that Ghana remains committed to upholding human rights.

    Speaking at a diplomatic event, he acknowledged the anxieties but emphasised that Ghana’s reputation for respecting human rights and the rule of law would not be compromised.

    A circular from the Director of Communications at the office of the President, Eugene Arhin, reiterated the President’s stance, asserting, “l am aware that last week’s bi-partisan passage by Parliament of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, on a Private Member’s motion, has raised considerable anxieties in certain quarters of the diplomatic community and amongst some friends of Ghana that she may be turning her back on her, hitherto, enviable, long standing record on human rights observance and attachment to the rule of law. I want to assure you that no such back-sliding will be contemplated or occasioned.”

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  • “You either do business with us or walk” – Sam George tells West over anti LGBTQ+ bill

    “You either do business with us or walk” – Sam George tells West over anti LGBTQ+ bill

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram constituency and a vocal advocate for Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ bill,  Sam George delivered a robust defence of the nation’s stance against international pressure.

    Despite growing concerns and threats of financial repercussions from Western countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, George remains unyielding in Ghana’s commitment to passing the anti-LGBTQ+ legislation.

    In the exclusive interview, he asserted that Ghana takes pride in upholding its cultural heritage and will not succumb to external influences dictating the country’s legislative decisions.

    “Ghana is not the 51st State of the United States to tell the American people to either do business on our terms or you can walk,” George declared emphatically.

    He went on to stress that American businesses operating in Ghana are there for profit, not because of LGBTQ+ issues.

    According to George, protecting cultural values and a $100 billion profit are paramount, and any businesses not aligned with these principles are encouraged to leave.

    “ Ghana is not the 51st State of the United States to tell the American people to either do business on our terms or you can walk. American businesses that operates in Ghana are not in Ghana because of LGBTQ, they are in Ghana because they make a profit and you think because we are protecting our cultural values and we are protecting our 100 billion dollars in profit, you better get up and go,” Sam Gerge stated.

    This defiant stance comes amidst a global debate on LGBTQ+ rights and the influence of foreign nations on the domestic policies of sovereign countries.

    Ghana’s commitment to upholding its cultural values in the face of international pressure sets the stage for a continued discourse on the intersection of human rights, cultural identity, and economic interests.

    On February 28, 2024, Parliament approved a bill criminalizing LGBTQ activities and prohibiting their promotion, advocacy, and funding.

    Under the legislation, individuals convicted of such acts could be sentenced to 6 months to 3 years in prison, while those promoting or sponsoring such activities could face 3 to 5 years behind bars.

    The bill’s passage has sparked criticism from various stakeholders, including Virginia Evelyn Palmer, the Ambassador of the United States to Ghana.

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  • Academically, intellectually, Ghanaians and Nigerians are better than them! – Sam George on the West’s undue influence in Africa

    Academically, intellectually, Ghanaians and Nigerians are better than them! – Sam George on the West’s undue influence in Africa

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam Nartey George, has spoken out against what he perceives as the West’s undue influence in Africa, particularly in the realms of academia and intellect.

    In an interview on News Central TV monitored by The Independent Ghana, Sam George emphasized the need for Africans to assert themselves and demand equal treatment from the West.

    He highlighted the exceptional academic and intellectual capabilities of Ghanaians and Nigerians, stating that they surpass those of their Western counterparts.

    Sam George pointed out that many of the best doctors in the United States medical system and economists on Wall Street are of Ghanaian and Nigerian descent, underscoring the talent and expertise present in Africa.

    He said, “If we begin to assert ourselves, these guys will know that they have to deal with us on equal terms. They are not doing us a favour. We are doing them a favour.

    “The best doctors in the United States Medical system are Ghanaians and Nigerians. The best economists on Wall Street are Ghanaians and Nigerians. They are not better than us. We sit in the same classroom and beat them everyday, academically, intellectually, we are better than them.”

    He noted that Africa’s pathetic situation stems from its reliance on external aid and handouts, therefore advocating instead for increased intra-African trade and cooperation.

    “And so our economies are what run the international banks and until we begin to assert ourselves and begin to trade more among ourselves. Ghana should begin to buy more rice from Nigeria and Nigeria should begin to buy more salf from Ghana. We don’t need to go to the West for this,” he said.

    Furthermore, SAM George expressed his frustration with international financial institutions such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank, arguing that they should not wield their influence to dictate terms to African countries.

    He urged Africans to recognize their economic power and assert their rights in dealings with these institutions.

    “But it is simply because we have not asserted our rights as Africans. Because we want to go for cheap hand made outs. I keep repeating that the IMF and World Bank are banks. Banks operate by giving loans and making profit off the interest of the loans. So they should not threaten us. A bank should not be threatening a customer that I won’t give you a loan if you don’t do what I want. If I don’t come to you for a loan, you don’t turn a profit,” he noted.

    His comments come after sanctions and warnings against some African countries over laws that criminalise homosexual activities.

    Uganda enacted one of the world’s harshest anti-gay laws in May, which calls for the death penalty for certain same-sex acts.

    Following this, the country faced sanctions from international communities. The U.S. imposed a first round of visa restrictions on Ugandan officials in response to the law in June 2023, and the World Bank halted new lending to the country in August 2023.

    Now, Ghana’s Parliament has passed the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill also known as the anti-LGBTQ bill after three years following its introduction.

    The Anti-LGBTQ+ bill aims to criminalize LGBTQ+ activities in Ghana. It proposes strict penalties, including imprisonment, for individuals engaged in activities related to homosexuality and LGBTQ+ advocacy.

    After deliberation, Parliament decided that the minimum custodial sentence has been set at three years, with a maximum of five years for promoters and sympathisers.

    Additionally, individuals caught directly engaging in these activities will face a minimum sentence of six months, extendable to a maximum of three years.

    In reaction, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stated that it is monitoring events in Ghana following the passage of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill by Parliament.

    In a statement issued by the IMF and reported by Bloomberg, the global lender emphasized that its internal policies prohibit discrimination based on personal characteristics, including gender, gender expression, or sexual orientation.

    The IMF noted that, “Diversity and inclusion are values that the IMF embraces.”

  • Anti-LGBTQ+ bill: “Africans are not puppets and stooges of the West” – Sam George

    Anti-LGBTQ+ bill: “Africans are not puppets and stooges of the West” – Sam George

    Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam Nartey George, has stated that Africans are not individuals who can be manipulated by the West for selfish interests. 

    In an interview with Nigeria-based television station News Central TV, he indicated that it’s long overdue for African countries to object to the rule and intimidation from the West.

     “Ghana is a fertile ground for business; Africa must begin to assert our rights. We are not puppets and stooges of the West,” he added.

     His comments come after parliament, on Wednesday, the February 28 2024, passed the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values, also known as the anti-LGBTQ bill. 

    The legislation prohibits lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) activities and criminalizes their promotion, advocacy, and funding in the country.

    The bill awaits approval from President Akufo-Addo for implementation.

    The United States of America (USA) has warned that Ghana’s public health, media, civic spaces, and economy could be affected should the bill be endorsed.

    In a statement, US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller stated that the legislation threatens Ghana’s tradition of tolerance, peace, and respect for human rights. 

    Mr. Miller has called for a review of the bill to safeguard the rights of all individuals in Ghana, citing its inconsistency with the country’s values.

     However, Sam George, who is also the proponent of the LGBTQ bill, has indicated that President Akufo-Addo must be confident enough to assent to the bill as Ghana stands to lose. 

    He emphasized that American businesses operate in Ghana to make profits and not because of LGBTQ-related agendas.

    According to him, no American business owners in Ghana will cease operations if they are making huge profits just to oppose the country’s cultural values.

    He added that whoever will not be comfortable with what the country supports can suspend their businesses, as those willing to will come and occupy their spaces.

    “Well Ghana is a proud African Nation, first country in sub saharan Africa to gain independence and lead a light for the rest of Africa. I expect the leaders of our country, the president of our country to stand shoulder high and tell the American people you either do business on our terms or you can walk. 

    “American businesses that operate in Ghana are not here because of LGBTQ, they are here because they make a profit. If you are an American business working in Ghana and you turn 100 million dollars in profit every year, if you think that because we are protecting our cultural values and say no to LGBTQ you want to lose a 100 million dollars in profit, pack up and go another company to come to Ghana and do business, he added.


  • Your economy won’t run without us – Sam George calls the West’s bluff over economic sanctions due to anti-LGBTQ bill

    Your economy won’t run without us – Sam George calls the West’s bluff over economic sanctions due to anti-LGBTQ bill

    MP for Ningo-Prampram and advocate for the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, Sam George, has boldly challenged the West’s economic influence in Africa, particularly in relation to potential sanctions over the anti-LGBTQ+ bill.

    In an interview on News Central TV, George compared the punishments for same-sex marriage in Nigeria (14 years imprisonment) and Ghana (maximum of 3 years), highlighting that Nigeria has not faced economic collapse despite its stricter laws.

    Sam George emphasized the importance of African nations asserting themselves, stating that the American and Western economies rely on Africa’s raw materials, hence any actions against African countries would directly affect their economies.

    “Your bill is more punitive than Ghana’s bill. In Nigeria, the punishment in your law for same-sex marriage is 14 years imprisonment. The maximum is Ghana’s is 3 years. Has Nigeria’s economy collapsed. Has Uganda’s economy collapsed?

    “We need to begin to stand. The American economy will not run and the western economies will not run without Africa’s raw materials. I think it is time we begin to look at adding value to our own raw materials. Why should Ghanaian cocoa and Nigerian cocoa be traded on the New York stock exchange and not on a Ghanaian stock exchange or Nigerian stock exchange?” he said.

    His comments follow sanctions and warnings against some African countries over laws that criminalise homosexual activities.

    Ghana’s Parliament has passed the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill also known as the anti-LGBTQ bill after three years following its introduction.

    The Anti-LGBTQ+ bill aims to criminalize LGBTQ+ activities in Ghana. It proposes strict penalties, including imprisonment, for individuals engaged in activities related to homosexuality and LGBTQ+ advocacy.

    After deliberation, Parliament decided that the minimum custodial sentence has been set at three years, with a maximum of five years for promoters and sympathisers.

    Additionally, individuals caught directly engaging in these activities will face a minimum sentence of six months, extendable to a maximum of three years.

    In reaction, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stated that it is monitoring events in Ghana following the passage of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill by Parliament.

    In a statement issued by the IMF and reported by Bloomberg, the global lender emphasized that its internal policies prohibit discrimination based on personal characteristics, including gender, gender expression, or sexual orientation.

    The IMF noted that, “Diversity and inclusion are values that the IMF embraces.”

    Also, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller has indicated that the US government will restrict foreign aid to Ghana if the country approves the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, also known as the anti-LGBT Bill.

    Engaging the press, Mr Miller said, “If this bill becomes law, it will only have a chilling effect on investment. For instance, in Ghana, you’ve seen that same chilling effect bear fruit in Uganda, which passed a very similar law in the past. I can say that should the bill pass, it would potentially have ramifications for US assistance in the country.”

    Uganda enacted one of the world’s harshest anti-gay laws in May, which calls for the death penalty for certain same-sex acts.

    Following this, the country faced sanctions from international communities. The U.S. imposed a first round of visa restrictions on Ugandan officials in response to the law in June 2023, and the World Bank halted new lending to the country in August 2023.

  • I answered questions the children asked me – Sister Derby on Little Angels School LGBTQ+ video

    I answered questions the children asked me – Sister Derby on Little Angels School LGBTQ+ video

    The versatile media personality Deborah Vanessa, widely known as Sister Derby, has vehemently contested claims made by Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam George, who accused her of spreading misinformation about LGBTQ+ issues during a recent school visit.

    In response to George’s allegations, Sister Derby clarified that the video in question inaccurately portrays her interaction with children.

    Contrary to claims, she asserted that her purpose at the school was to discuss career options on Career Day, not to endorse LGBTQ+ ideologies.

    Venting her frustration on Twitter, she questioned the motives behind George’s accusations, asking, “Who paid you?”

    The controversy unfolded in the aftermath of parliament’s approval of the Proper Human Rights and Family Values Bill, colloquially referred to as the anti-gay bill.

    A video surfaced on social media showcasing Deborah Vanessa’s visit to Little Angels School.

    During an interview on StarrFM, Sam George, a key proponent of the bill, asserted that Sister Derby had actively promoted LGBTQ+ activities during her visit to North Legon Little Angels school in Accra.

    He claimed that she conveyed to students that it was acceptable to have romantic feelings for the same sex.

    “I am absolutely not interested in the privacy of your bedroom. It is because these same people have taken what is their private perversion and are bringing it to my children’s classroom. North Legon Little Angles, I am mentioning the name of the school, they take somebody who calls herself an influencer and so called social media celebrity. Take her to a school to sit with children aged 8 to 11 and tell them that it is okay for them as boys to love boys and girls to love girls. Here in Ghana, North Legon Little Angels.”

    Sister Derby defended herself, emphasizing that her purpose was to foster tolerance on Career Day, responding to children’s inquiries in the presence of school authorities and via her Instagram Live.

    She condemned the allegations, asserting, “Who paid you? Teaching tolerance on Career Day, answering questions the children asked me in the presence of 8 school authorities and on my IG LIVE is now a crime? Shame on you.”

    Watch Sister Derby’s video peaking to Little Angel School students:

  • Teaching tolerance is now a crime? – Sister Derby chides Sam George over Little Angels School LGBTQ+ video

    Teaching tolerance is now a crime? – Sister Derby chides Sam George over Little Angels School LGBTQ+ video

    Multi-talented media personality Deborah Vanessa, popularly known as Sister Derby, has refuted claims made by Ningo-Prampram Member of Parliament, Sam George, accusing her of spreading falsehoods about LGBTQ+ during a school visit.

    According to Sister Derby, the alleged video presented by Sam George misrepresents her engagement with children, clarifying that she was there to discuss career options on Career Day, not to promote LGBTQ+ ideologies.

    Taking to Twitter, she expressed her disappointment and questioned Sam George’s motives, asking, “Who paid you?”

    The controversy arose following the passage of the Proper Human Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly known as the anti-gay bill, by parliament.

    A video surfaced on social media showing Deborah Vanessa’s visit to Little Angels School.

    Sam George, a key sponsor of the bill, claimed in an interview on StarrFM that Sister Derby promoted LGBTQ+ activities during her visit to the North Legon Little Angels school in Accra.

    He alleged that she told students it was acceptable to have romantic feelings for the same sex.

    “I am absolutely not interested in the privacy of your bedroom. It is because these same people have taken what is their private perversion and are bringing it to my children’s classroom. North Legon Little Angles, I am mentioning the name of the school, they take somebody who calls herself an influencer and so called social media celebrity. Take her to a school to sit with children aged 8 to 11 and tell them that it is okay for them as boys to love boys and girls to love girls. Here in Ghana, North Legon Little Angels.”

    Sister Derby defended herself, emphasizing that she was promoting tolerance on Career Day, answering questions posed by children in the presence of school authorities, and on her Instagram Live.

    She condemned the allegations, asserting, “Who paid you? Teaching tolerance on Career Day, answering questions the children asked me in the presence of 8 school authorities and on my IG LIVE is now a crime? Shame on you,” Sister Derby stated.

    Watch video of Sister Derby speaking to Little Angel School students:

  • Video: Sister Derby ‘preaches’ to Sam George’s children, others to accept LGBTQ

    Video: Sister Derby ‘preaches’ to Sam George’s children, others to accept LGBTQ

    Following parliament’s approval of the Proper Human Rights and Family Values Bill, also known as the anti-gay bill, a video of Ghanaian musician Deborah Vanessah’s visit to Little Angels School has surfaced on social media.

    Ningo Prampram Member of Parliament and key sponsor of the bill, Sam George, first mentioned this engagement when he alleged that the North Legon Little Angels educational establishment in Accra was promoting LGBTQ+ activities.

    In an interview on StarrFM on December 14, 2023, Sam George claimed that Deborah Vanessah, a Ghanaian musician and pro-LGBTQ activist, was invited by the school authorities to engage students. He alleged that in her engagement, she informed students that it is acceptable to have romantic feelings for the same sex.

    “I am absolutely not interested in the privacy of your bedroom. It is because these same people have taken what is their private perversion and are bringing it to my children’s classroom. North Legon Little Angles, I am mentioning the name of the school, they take somebody who calls herself an influencer and so called social media celebrity. Take her to a school to sit with children aged 8 to 11 and tell them that it is okay for them as boys to love boys and girls to love girls. Here in Ghana, North Legon Little Angels.

    “Deborah Vannesah, Medical’s ex, One Luv’s sister. What she is doing is grooming. The video was there and they posted it on Instagram. The school after the backlash has taken it down. Did the school seek the permission of the parents for that kind of education to be given to their children? These are some of the things that are making me and my blood boil. How can I pay school fees for my child to go to school…” he said.

    However, in the video, Deborah Vanessah is seen seated among a panel, addressing students of the school. She shared her views on the number of sexes she believed existed and urged the students not to harm or discriminate against individuals based on their appearance.

    Drawing examples from the Bible, she urged the students to love one another and not hate each other.

    “Some people will argue with you that we have only two terms; we have man and woman… we actually see that we have different types of humans. Am I lying? No matter what you call a person, no matter what, sometimes you can see a boy two years or three years old being girly. We have different types of people and you have to accept because that is what you see. So I feel like we shouldn’t discriminate people for how they’ve been created; how they were born, who they are. That’s the same as people being racist to us as black people because we are black. You didn’t ask to be black or you didn’t ask to be Asian. So for me that is my reasoning. You don’t have to judge especially if you are religious; if you are a Christian…” she told the students.

    She added: “What did Jesus do? Jesus loved everybody. Jesus Christ who lived and died. He said let the children come to me. Did he judge the prostitutes? No, he did not and the same thing that he was doing and fighting for, he was prosecuted, it was the same people that said oh we are Christians, no but when he was saying the truth, they didn’t like it and they killed him, right?

    “But we all say we are Christians and want to be Christ-like. What is Christ-like? You don’t have to judge. As long as the person does not hurt you or harm you. Whoever they identify as whatever they identify as, what they decide to do, as long as it is not touching a minor, not stealing, not hurting anybody, you have no right to judge them, harass them, bully them and I always say to the people that are like fighting, discriminating against queer people, they say we are protecting our children, really?”

    Currently, international bodies such as the International Monetary Funds, UN Human Rights have entreated President Akufo-Addo not to assent to the bill lest face severe implications. But legislators have indicated that they withstand the repercussions of the bill since they are fulfilling the wishes of the people.

  • Flashback: Sam George is gay – Kevin Taylor

    Flashback: Sam George is gay – Kevin Taylor

    Ghanaian US-based broadcast journalist and the founder of Loud Silence Media, Kevin Taylor, has alleged that the outspoken Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram and lead sponsor of the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, Sam George, is gay.

    A video posted by blogger and social media critic Albert Nat Hyde @Bongo Ideas and sighted by The Independent Ghana shows the silence media founder accusing Sam George of being gay. The MP has the opportunity to come and defend himself and prove to Ghanaians that he isn’t gay, Kevin said.

    “Do you know Sam George is gay? Yeah, I’m sure you have opened your mouth in awe. Yes, Sam George is gay.
    Can you prove it to me? Sam George is not gay; I want you to prove me wrong. If Sam George is listening , I want him to come and tell Ghanaians that he is not gay.”.

    On his part, Ningo-Prampram’s obsession with the bill and its passage is questionable.

    He contended that if just a look at an individual could reveal the person’s sexuality, then Sam George should be able to come out to defend himself against the allegations he is making.

    “You can just look at someone and say the person is gay. You can’t say he isn’t gay because he is married, Because people are married and they are gay, there are strapping men and even muscular athletes who are still gay.
    So I want to state on record this evening that Sam George is gay

    “As he said earlier , he wants us to have an intellectual conversation, and this is exactly what we are doing right now.
    So if you are listening to me right now, producer on record, let it go out…Sam George is gay. If he says he is not, he needs to prove to Ghanaians that he is not.

  • “Why does Sam George hate us so much?” – LGBTQ+ Community asks

    “Why does Sam George hate us so much?” – LGBTQ+ Community asks

    Two members of the LGBTQ+ community in Ghana, a gay man and a bisexual, revealed harrowing experiences of relentless abuse and violence perpetrated by a group of anti-LGBTQ+ individuals in the Ablekuma area.

    The victims, who concealed their identities to protect themselves, disclosed a pattern of beatings, kidnappings, and extortion they endured at the hands of this hostile group.

    Despite facing such adversity, the individuals voiced their concerns about the recently proposed LGBTQ+ bill, arguing that it further disadvantages the LGBTQ+ community and violates their fundamental human rights.

    Expressing their sentiments on the controversial bill, both interviewees strongly criticized Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Sam George, for his role in spearheading the legislation.

    They asserted that George’s involvement reflects a deep-seated animosity towards the LGBTQ+ community.

    “I don’t know why Sam George hates us so much, I don’t know what we have done to offend him; that man hates us so much, I don’t know why,” one of the interviewees passionately exclaimed.

    They are hopeful that President Nana Akufo-Addo will not approve the bill.

    As Ghana grapples with the complexities surrounding LGBTQ+ rights, these firsthand accounts shed light on the urgent need for a more inclusive dialogue, free from discrimination and violence, to foster understanding and respect within the nation’s diverse communities.

    Watch video below:

  • Roads are not salt in soup, show working! – Sam George tells Akufo-Addo

    Roads are not salt in soup, show working! – Sam George tells Akufo-Addo

    Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Sam George, has asked President Akufo-Addo to provide evidence of what loans secured by his government were used for. 

    Speaking in an interview on Onua FM, he noted that President Akufo-Addo, despite securing huge loans, has nothing to show for the monies taken. 

    Reacting to a claim by host of the show, Nana Yaa Brefo, who said the loans were used for the construction of roads, Mr George dared the current administration led by President Akufo-Addo to provide proof of these loans. 

    “Roads are not salt in soup that can’t be seen. When roads are constructed, they can be seen,” he said.

    During his interaction with Nana Yaw Brefo, he noted that most of the roads constructed by President Akufo-Addo’s administration were constructed with funds secured by the Mahama administration, therefore, claims that the Akufo-Addo government secured loans to construct roads are unfounded. 

    Additionally, the Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram touched on borrowing to fund projects as a government.

    Sam Nartey George acknowledged that borrowing as a government is not a crime, but misuse of the borrowed funds is the problem. 

    “As someone who has served as a government official, I will never sit anywhere and say that borrowing is not good. But you would have to apply some sense in doing that,” he said.

    During the interview, he criticised what he described as an extravagant lifestyle being led by President Akufo-Addo despite the country’s economic hardships. 

    Registering his displeasure, he expressed concern over the President’s use of luxurious flights when there are moderate options.