4 pastors who have slammed President Mahama over comments on LGBTQ+

Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has come under heavy criticism from some men of God following his recent remarks about the LGBTQ+ conversations.

Speaking at a Presidential Dialogue with Civil Society Organisations at Jubilee House on March 30, 2026, President Mahama described the LGBTQ+ topic as sensitive and emotionally charged, urging a calm and respectful national conversation on the issue.

“I explained during my recent engagement with the World Affairs Council that it is not the most important issue we face as a nation.

“We are still grappling with the provision of basic needs of education, healthcare, jobs, food, clothing, and shelter,” he added.

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He emphasised that his government seeks to address core socio economic challenges to improve living conditions for citizens before tackling other issues.

However, his comments, which appear not to have been well received by some men of God, have sparked reactions from some of these pastors.

This GhanaWeb listicle will highlight the men of God who have responded to President Mahama’s comments

Apostle Agyemang Okoh Agyemang

First on the list is the Founder and Leader of the Living Yahweh 7th Day Sabbath Assemblies, Apostle Okoh Agyemang.

According to Apostle Okoh, while in opposition and seeking power, the president promised Ghanaians that he would sign the anti-LGBTQ+ bill.

He, therefore, said he cannot understand why progress has stalled since President Mahama assumed office.

“He is joking with the LGBTQ+ issue; the same topic that made us like him. The NPP made the same mistake and we criticised them,” he said.

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Apostle Okoh condemned the president’s recent statement that LGBTQ+ is not a priority for Ghanaians at this moment.

Speaking to his congregation during the Easter Sunday Service on April 5, 2026, he insisted that because Mahama had promised Ghanaians, he must ensure the passage of the anti-LGBTQ+ bill.

“We have fought about this issue in this country. We believed that when you came into power, you would sign the bill. We don’t want any long talk. What I want to ask is, who even advised the president about his recent comment?

“A university revoked your award because of LGBTQ+ and you gained fame from that. Why then would you come out to say this? Do you want people to think you are unhappy the bill is in Parliament? We will never agree to LGBTQ+,” he said, fuming.

Prophet Oduro

The Founder of the Alabaster International Ministries, Prophet Kofi Oduro, has also reiterated his strong opposition to LGBTQ+ activities in Ghana.

Speaking to his congregants on April 5, 2026, the outspoken preacher said he has consistently maintained his opposition even before the current government assumed office.

He added that he had sent a clear message to the seat of government, the Jubilee House, stressing that LGBTQ+ practices would never be accepted in the country.

“Four weeks ago, at Alabaster City at the F5 service, I looked in the camera and told the Jubilee House even before our president went on his trip, and I said no matter who is in government, LGBTQ+ will never be accepted in our country. I don't care who is in the Jubilee House,” he said.

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Rev Opuni-Frimpong

One other man of God who has reacted to President John Dramani Mahama’s comments is Rev Dr Kwabena Opuni-Frimpong, former General Secretary of the Christian Council of Ghana.

He has urged him to make the LGBTQ+ a top priority on his government’s agenda.

Speaking in an interview on Dwaso Nsem on Adom FM on April 1, 2026, he argued that the debate is not merely political, but one that touches on the nation’s moral conscience, describing it as a “matter of the heart” that deserves urgent attention.

“For the sake of trust and confidence that Ghanaians had in him, the president must make the LGBTQ+ Bill a priority and honour his promise to Ghanaians,” he said.

Rev Canon Dr Confidence Bansah

Finally on the list is Rev Canon Dr Confidence Bansah, Founder of the Centre for Religion and Public Life (CRPL) and lecturer in Religion and Human Values at the University of Cape Coast.

He has questioned the relevance of prioritising LGBTQ+ legislation at a time when many Ghanaians are grappling with economic hardship.

According to him, it is misplaced for policymakers to dedicate time and public resources to debating the controversial bill while ordinary citizens face rising living costs and limited access to essential services.

Rev Bansah also criticised Members of Parliament sponsoring the bill, accusing them of being disconnected from the realities of their constituents.

“Would LGBTQ+ law put food and drink on our table, pay people’s school fees, supply hospitals with equipment and drugs, construct roads or create jobs for the youth?” he quizzed.

In a social media post on April 2, 2026, Rev Bansah challenged the government to refocus its attention on issues that directly affect citizens’ livelihoods, including poverty, healthcare, education and job creation.

“Must the president be remembered for LGBTQ+ laws or the prosperity and development of the nation?” he asked.

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