Ghanaian socialite and musician Showboy has sparked widespread debate after suggesting that Ghana's recently passed Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, popularly known as the anti-LGBTQ bill, could help some Ghanaians living abroad secure asylum in the United States.

Reacting to Parliament's passage of the bill on May 29, 2026, Showboy argued that the legislation may have unintended consequences, particularly for Ghanaians facing immigration challenges in the US.

According to him, individuals in immigration detention or deportation proceedings could cite the law as evidence that they may face persecution if returned to Ghana.

"The anti-gay bill they passed will help a lot of Ghanaians in America immigration prison seek asylum and file for CAT (Convention Against Torture) protection. For example, you can easily tell the judge you are gay and Ghana will arrest you if you come back home, and you seek asylum," he stated.

Showboy maintained that while the legislation was designed to address issues surrounding LGBTQ rights in Ghana, it could also create opportunities for some Ghanaians abroad to strengthen their immigration claims.

He added that the bill carries both positive and negative effects, saying one of its potential benefits could be for Ghanaians seeking legal protection outside the country.

His comments have since generated mixed reactions on social media, with some users agreeing that the law could influence asylum applications, while others criticized his interpretation of the legislation.

The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has been one of Ghana's most controversial pieces of legislation in recent years. Parliament first passed the bill on February 28, 2024, during the administration of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. However, it was not assented to before the end of that parliamentary term.

At the time, Akufo-Addo indicated that any decision on the bill would be delayed pending the outcome of a Supreme Court case challenging aspects of the legislation.

Parliament subsequently passed the bill for a second time on May 29, 2026, reviving national debate over its legal, social, and international implications.

The revised legislation criminalises certain LGBTQ-related activities while providing exemptions for specific groups. Under the amended provisions, lawyers offering legal advice or representation to LGBTQ persons will not face sanctions, while journalists and media organisations reporting on LGBTQ-related issues in the course of their professional duties are also exempt from punishment.

Meanwhile, the passage of the bill has continued to attract reactions from various sections of society, including members of the LGBTQ community. Some advocates and public figures have voiced concerns about its potential impact on human rights, while supporters insist it reflects Ghana's cultural and family values.