Ntim Fordjour blames Mahama, NDC for LGBTQ+ display at Independence Square

Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has strongly condemned viral photos of a same-sex couple kissing beneath Ghana’s Independence Arch, describing the act as a symbol of moral decay allegedly fueled by the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

In a Twitter post on Thursday, June 26, at 8:24 a.m., the MP expressed outrage over what he called the desecration of a national monument and an attack on Ghanaian values, accusing the Mahama administration of emboldening such acts through its perceived tolerance of LGBTQ+ advocacy.

“Under Mahama & NDC, foreign gay couple boldly desecrate our national monuments: kiss under Independence Square, flaunting Ghana flag. They’re emboldened to defy the dignity and sanctity of our rich Ghanaian values right before our eyes.”

The controversy stems from photos shared by South African couple Lue and Rue as part of their #ShowGhanaLove campaign. The images, taken at symbolic national landmarks including the Independence Arch, were meant to protest Ghana’s proposed anti-LGBTQ bill.

However, the gesture has triggered public condemnation, with many social media users describing the act as disrespectful to national heritage—especially in a country where same-sex relationships are widely opposed.

For Rev. Ntim Fordjour, the couple’s actions highlight what he views as the urgent need for legislation to safeguard Ghana’s moral and cultural identity.

“We shall end this absurdity with the bill,” he declared, reaffirming support for the controversial legislation currently before Parliament.