A new survey indicates that 85% of Ghanaians are dissatisfied with the government’s position on LGBTQ+ issues, highlighting growing public frustration over delays in passing the controversial “family values” bill.
The poll, conducted by Africa Policy Lens (APL) via SMS across all regions, gathered nearly 7,000 responses in three days. Analysts say the speed and scale of participation reflect strong public interest in the debate.
For many observers, the findings confirm what has long been evident on radio and social media: frustration with what some describe as government indecision.
The survey follows heated discussion over what has been described by observers as the President’s two faces to the world: One tailored for Ghanaian voters, and another curated for the global community in his recent visit to the United States.
Some respondents called for a firmer stance against LGBTQ+ advocacy, while others urged clearer communication from political leaders.
APL’s data also showed that 50.6% of respondents want the government to prioritise fulfilling its election promise on the bill over other issues. Religious groups, including the Ghana Catholic Bishops Conference, have criticised delays in passing the legislation.
Officials have repeatedly said the bill is not a priority, a position that has raised questions about the government’s willingness to act on campaign pledges.
With APL warning that the issue could shape the 2028 elections, analysts say political parties may struggle to remain neutral. The debate is expected to intensify as Ghana balances domestic pressures with international concerns over human rights.
