Controversial LGBTQ+ rights advocate Angel Maxine has issued a detailed response following a demand letter from lawyers representing Hon. Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South, regarding videos she recently shared on social media.
In her statement, Angel Maxine referenced ongoing parliamentary discussions around a proposed anti-LGBTQ+ bill, which she says has serious implications for minority groups in Ghana.
She explained the intent behind her remarks and warned about the broader societal consequences of the proposed legislation.
“For those who may be unaware, sometime this year, Hon. Ntim Fordjour and other Members of Parliament reintroduced into Ghana’s Parliament a Bill sponsored and encouraged by western evangelical interests. The Bill seeks to create an environment of repression, social stigma, hate, and risk of violence against Ghana’s minority queer community.”
She further outlined concerns about the scope of the bill and its impact on everyday life for LGBTQ+ persons.
“A feature of the Bill is that it criminalises expressions of affection, choice of clothing, freedom of expression, advocacy and support by queer people and those associated with them. It also imposes a duty on parents, friends, neighbours and other citizens to report people including their own children or relatives they suspect of being queer.”
Describing the proposed law as extreme, she added:
“The Bill is one of the most regressive legislative instruments placed before our Parliament. Its effect is to dehumanize queer people and make their ordinary lives a matter for criminal suspicion.”
Responding directly to the legal concerns raised by the MP’s lawyers, Angel Maxine defended her choice of words in a recent video, saying it was meant to highlight the dangers she associates with the bill.
“In demonstrating the risk of such an expansive criminal law, I mentioned Hon. Ntim Fordjour as my lover. My purpose was to press the point that false reporting, public suspicion, and the mob-like justice that animates the Bill put everyone at risk.”
She argued that the reaction to her statement further underscores her concerns.
“The statement by Hon. Ntim Fordjour’s lawyers, raising concerns about his reputation, illustrates the very danger the Bill poses. If a public allegation can cause this level of concern to a Member of Parliament with visibility, influence and access to lawyers, then one must imagine what the same culture of suspicion will do to ordinary queer people who have no protection.”
Angel Maxine concluded by calling for dialogue and reflection.
“I invite Hon. Ntim Fordjour to use this moment for reflection. I also invite him to an open conversation, one that may create room for understanding, and for a deeper appreciation of love, dignity and respect for one’s neighbor, even when people love differently.”
She also confirmed that legal steps have been initiated:
“I have also instructed my lawyers to write formally to him and his lawyers on this matter.”
STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO DEMAND LETTER ISSUED ON BEHALF OF HON. REV. JOHN NTIM FORDJOUR, MP
— Angel Maxine 🔆 🏳⚧(Mother Hen) (@angelmaxinetv) April 28, 2026
In light of recent developments, I deem it necessary to clarify my position and address matters of public concern. #killthebill #loveisourwill #queerghanaianlivesmatter #angelmaxine pic.twitter.com/nkzAK6mZEW
