Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, the Minister of Communications and Digitalisation and Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West, has voiced concerns regarding the potential inclusion of sex toys in the current anti-LGBT bill before Parliament.
During discussions on the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill 2021, she highlighted the unintended consequences of clause 3(c), which criminalizes sex toy use, suggesting it could inadvertently affect heterosexual couples. Owusu-Ekuful proposed either clarifying the bill's scope beyond the LGBT community or removing clause 3(c).
The broader parliamentary debate involves challenges in reaching a consensus on punishment for LGBTQ+ individuals, with varying opinions on proposed jail use terms. The controversial bill, led by eight MPs, aims to criminalize aspects of homosexuality in Ghana, sparking debates on human rights and sexual freedoms.
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