Supreme Court Extends Deadline in Anti-Gay Bill Case by Seven Days
Legal proceedings escalate as concerns over human rights and economic implications mount
- Journalist Richard Dela Sky is contesting the constitutionality of the Ghanaian Family Values Bill
- The State Attorney seeks a Financial Impact Analysis from the Speaker’s legal team
- Critics warn the bill could increase discrimination against marginalized groups,
The Supreme Court of Ghana has extended the deadline for the Attorney General’s Department by seven days to submit its statement in the high-profile case involving journalist Richard Dela Sky against the Speaker of Parliament.
This legal battle questions the constitutionality of the contentious Ghanaian Family Values Bill.
During the proceedings, the State Attorney argued for a court order compelling the Speaker’s legal team to deliver a Financial Impact Analysis of the bill. This analysis is deemed essential for understanding the potential economic effects of the legislation, which has ignited significant debate since its introduction.
Dela Sky, who is challenging the bill, claims it infringes on fundamental rights enshrined in the Ghanaian Constitution, including equality and freedom from discrimination. He warns that the bill could foster discrimination against marginalized groups, particularly the LGBTQ+ community, and undermine individual dignity.
Additionally, Dela Sky is seeking a court order to prevent the President from signing the bill into law, asserting that doing so would violate constitutional protections for all Ghanaians.
As the legal proceedings continue, the Supreme Court’s decision to grant more time underscores the gravity of the issues at stake and the potential ramifications of the proposed legislation.
