Most Rev. Prof. Kwabena Asamoah- Gyadu
The Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana, Most Rev. Prof. Kwabena Asamoah-Gyadu, has criticised comments by the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, describing them as dismissive and out of touch with public sentiment on LGBTQ+ issues.Ghanaian artist features
Reacting to a media report in which the minister suggested LGBTQ+ issues are not a major priority for Ghanaians, Rev. Prof. Asamoah-Gyadu questioned the basis of the claim and called for honesty from government officials.
“Which Ghanaian is this minister referring to? Did we miss a poll on this matter?” he asked in a Facebook post.
“If you have softened your stance on the issue, just tell us. Don’t belittle everyone’s intelligence. Please, be serious,” the Presiding Bishop asserted.
Rev. Prof. Asamoah-Gyadu invoked a line from the national anthem urging Ghanaians to “cherish fearless honesty,” stressing the need for sincerity in public discourse, particularly on morally sensitive issues.
He explained that while his position is not condemnatory of LGBTQ+ people, it remains grounded in Christian doctrine.
He reiterated that the Methodist Church Ghana holds the view that alternative sexual lifestyles are inconsistent with Scripture.
“The God we serve is a God of love, compassion, and inclusion,” he noted, referencing the example of Jesus Christ.
“However, at no point did Jesus endorse behaviour that was inconsistent with God’s word,” he added.
He further expressed concern over what he described as a shift in the posture of some members of the current administration, recalling their strong advocacy for the passage of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation prior to the 2024 general election.
“What has changed in less than two years?” he asked and continued, “I hope what was previously said was not an exercise in public deception.”
His remarks come amid renewed public debate over the government’s position on LGBTQ+ issues and the status of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill.
Mahama’s LGBTQ+ Stance
Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Full Gospel Church International, Bishop Dr. Samuel N. Mensah, has also called on President John Dramani Mahama to publicly reaffirm his stance.
In a statement issued on April 1, Bishop Mensah said his appeal was based on assurances the President gave during engagements with clergy ahead of the 2024 elections.
“Those moments were not merely political engagements; they were solemn exchanges rooted in trust, shared values, and moral responsibility,” he said.
He emphasised that national leadership carries both administrative and moral obligations, urging the President to uphold commitments made to the clergy and the nation.
“Clarity is not optional; it is essential,” Bishop Mensah stated, warning that perceived silence or ambiguity could create uncertainty, particularly within the faith community.
He added that a clear and consistent position would reinforce public confidence and reflect the integrity and accountability expected of national leadership.
By Ernest Kofi Adu
Tags: general news, LGBTQ, Methodist Bishops
