Actor and politician John Setor Dumelo’s remarks against the contentious “Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill,” sometimes known as the “anti-gay bill,” have generated a lot of conversation on social media, especially X (previously Twitter).
The actor and prospective lawmaker has come under fire on social media from people who claim that his views on the matter are inconsistent.
Due to worries about possible infringement of human rights, the measure has drawn criticism from both domestic and foreign sources while it is being considered by Ghana’s Parliament and is awaiting approval by the president.
Dumelo recently said in an interview on Star FM that he supports the National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) stance on the law, highlighting the party’s commitment to upholding “family values” in Ghana. He declined to express his opinion, though, citing consideration for personal privacy.
Online users have responded negatively to Dumelo’s remarks, citing his prior portrayal of a gay character in the 2010 Nigerian film “Men in Love.” In the movie, a married couple faces marital problems that are made more difficult by the visit of a gay friend who is cursed.
Social media users have expressed varying thoughts about the actor’s stance and previous roles in response to his words, which have sparked arguments.
The conversations highlight the delicate and intricate nature of the matter of LGBTQ+ rights and laws in Ghana, mirroring wider conversations about human rights and cultural norms.
