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This Anglican leader once supported anti-LGBTQ+ laws. Now he's opposing Ghana's "cruel" new one.
Summary by LGBTQ News Editorial Desk Daniel Villarreal , as published by LGBTQ Nation
· August 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Primate's comments were made in an interview, where he also acknowledged that LGBTQ+ individuals have long been present and not caused problems.
A notable figure has spoken out against a law. The Anglican Primate of West Africa opposes punishing people for promoting LGBTQ + activities. He made his position clear, stating that criminalizing gay individuals is not supported.
Further details about this development are available. It is known that the Primate's stance is a shift from his previous views. His current opposition is to a law that imposes severe penalties.
The Primate's comments were made in an interview, where he also acknowledged that LGBTQ+ individuals have long been present and not caused problems.
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Category: rights Published: August 24, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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