"The Ghanaian Embassy seems confident the cancellation of the honorary degree is related to the anti-LGBTQ+ legislation currently moving through parliament, despite the university citing 'unforeseen circumstances.'"
"The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill would punish same-sex acts with up to three years in prison and impose five years for promoting LGBTQ+ activities, reflecting a significant shift in Ghana's legislative landscape."
"The embassy criticized Lincoln University for allowing a bill that is still in the democratic process to influence perceptions of President Mahama, emphasizing the importance of due process."
Lincoln University in Philadelphia canceled an honorary degree for Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama, allegedly due to an anti-LGBTQ+ bill in Ghana's parliament. The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill proposes severe penalties for same-sex relations and promoting LGBTQ+ activities. The Ghanaian Embassy believes the cancellation reflects Mahama's perceived views on LGBTQ+ issues, despite the bill not being passed yet. The embassy criticized the university for allowing a legislative process to dictate Mahama's reputation and expressed frustration over the timing of the cancellation.
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