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Alleged Affair and Parliamentary Response in Ghana’s Anti-LGBTQ Bill Debate
5/4/2026, 3:17:59 AM
Alleged Affair and Parliamentary Response
In April 2026, Angel Maxine, Ghana’s first openly trans artist, posted that she was the lover of MP John Ntim Fordjour, a chief sponsor of a pending anti-LGBTQ bill. Fordjour denied ever meeting her, appeared on television to repeat the denial, and demanded a retraction and apology, calling her videos defamatory.
Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill
The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, reintroduced by Fordjour and other MPs, is described by Maxine as “sponsored and encouraged by Western evangelical interests.” It would criminalize queer expressions of affection, clothing, advocacy and impose a duty on citizens to report suspected queer persons, including relatives.
Timeline
- April 2026 – Maxine announces the alleged affair.
- Late April – Fordjour appears on TV, denies knowing Maxine, and demands a retraction.
- Following Tuesday – Maxine releases a satirical video and statement.
- Subsequent days – Both sides’ lawyers exchange letters; Maxine’s counsel refuses to apologize.
Official Statements & Responses
Fordjour’s televised comment was: “I don’t even know whether it’s a he or she, I’ve not even met that person, Angel Maxine.” His lawyers later demanded removal of the “vile and defamatory material.” Maxine’s team called the videos satire, said Fordjour, as a public officer, “must expect robust public scrutiny,” and refused to issue the demanded retraction.
Criticism & Opposition
Maxine argues the allegation shows the bill’s danger, warning that if a public figure can be targeted, ordinary queer Ghanaians could face suspicion and violence. Political rivals have seized the scandal to question Fordjour’s motives and the bill’s legitimacy.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Maxine claims a personal relationship; Fordjour says he has never met her. No independent evidence confirms either side. The source provides no update on the bill’s parliamentary status or any court ruling on the defamation demand.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I didn’t dump you for no reason, you cheated on me and I felt betrayed because of the strong bond we shared,” — Angel Maxine, trans artist
- “I don’t even know whether it’s a he or she, I’ve not even met that person, Angel Maxine,” — John Ntim Fordjour, MP
- “Ntim Fordjour and other Members of Parliament reintroduced into Ghana’s Parliament a Bill sponsored and encouraged by Western evangelical interests.” — Angel Maxine, social media post
- “For the avoidance of doubt, our client will not be issuing the retraction and apology demanded. She reserves all her rights in this matter.” — Angel Maxine’s legal representative
What’s Next
The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill remains under parliamentary consideration, and Maxine’s refusal to retract sustains public attention on the legislation and its sponsors.
