In a letter to the Chief Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame stressed on the public interest and attention surrounding the controversial Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, also known as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill.
The Judiciary has confirmed that today's High Court proceedings on the contentious anti-LGBTQ+ bill will be broadcast live for media coverage.
The Judicial Service acted on advice from the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, in making its decision. He further stated that the transparency provided by media coverage would serve the best cause of justice. Mr Dame cited both pending cases in the Supreme Court and High Court that will determine the legality of the controversial bill.
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