President John Dramani Mahama is facing sharp criticism from several prominent Ghanaian pastors after his recent remarks suggesting that LGBTQ+ matters
aren’t the country’s top priority right now During a Presidential Dialogue with Civil Society Organisations at Jubilee House on April 7, 2026, Mahama described the topic as highly sensitive and emotional.
He encouraged Ghanaians to have calm, respectful discussions about it, while stressing that the nation still needs to focus first on basics like jobs, education, healthcare, food, housing, and shelter.
His comments haven’t sat well with some religious leaders, who feel he’s backtracking on earlier promises. Here are the four pastors who have publicly pushed back:1. Apostle Okoh Agyemang (Founder, Living Yahweh 7th Day Sabbath Assemblies)
Apostle Agyemang is particularly upset.He reminded people that when Mahama was in opposition, he gained support partly by promising to sign the anti-LGBTQ+ bill. Now that he’s in power, the pastor feels progress has stalled.
Speaking to his congregation on Easter Sunday (April 5), he said: “
He is joking with the LGBTQ+ issue; the same topic that made us like him.” He questioned who advised the president and made it clear that the church won’t accept any delay or softening on the issue.
Prophet Oduro has been very vocal, saying he’s opposed LGBTQ+ activities long before the current government took office. In a strong message to Jubilee House, he declared that no matter who is in power, “LGBTQ+ will never be accepted in our country.” He even warned that his group is ready to march to Jubilee House if necessary.
He sees it as more than politics — it’s a moral issue that touches the nation’s conscience. He believes Mahama should honor the trust Ghanaians placed in him by keeping his promise on the bill.