British Ghanaian songwriter and singer M3NSA shared his views on the controversial anti-LGBTQ+ bill yet to be passed in parliament. He believes the morality argument arising from Christian values should not be in play in a secular state.
Mensa Ansah, popularly known as M3NSA in showbiz circles, says Ghana is a secular country ruled by constitutional rules, not religious values. And therefore, people should cease judging and chastising individuals with different sexual orientations.
He added that the secular nature of the country makes it needless for the practice to be opposed by religious norms and values.
“If a lot of people are saying that the practice is against the Christian values and views, then I don’t seem to understand. First of all, Ghana is not a Christian country but a secular country.
“In our tradition, if we are really being honest and let hatred not lead our intentions. We know we have always been very inclusive of people who are different and have different sexual orientations,” he added.
The musician linked his argument with history and stated that Yaa Asantewaa, queen mother of Ejisu in the Ashanti Empire, had masculine features. He said despite these, she was not sidelined even though she was female. He further added that her gender did not determine her capabilities as she led the Ashanti war in 1900, one of her remarkable acts.
“It is just that we have forgotten that is who we are. If you look into our history, people who are binary have always been accepted. We do not attack people with sexual orientations,” he said.
The singer and his friend, Wanlov the Kuborlor, has always championed the idea that attacks on individuals with different sexual orientations are needless.
Speaking on parenthood, the father of three described it as a different experience altogether and has been a learning curve on his side.
He stated that fatherhood is the biggest education he has acquired because it helps him understand how he has changed to be a better person now.
“Parenthood is a better learning experience for me. Because personally, I am always looking forward to becoming a better father. So to me, it is a constant learning experience.”
By Benedicta Naa Lamiorkor Lawson|3news.com|Ghana