In a recent interview on UTV’s Atuu, Michelle Diamond, widely known as Michy, has entered the ongoing discussion surrounding Ghana’s proposed anti-LGBTQ+ bill. The well-known personality has voiced her approval for the legislative initiative and provided insights into her perspective on the correlation between traditional values and heterosexual relationships.
Michy’s endorsement of the anti-LGBTQ+ bill mirrors a broader sentiment prevalent in Ghana, where deeply rooted traditional values exert considerable influence over societal norms and belief systems. She posits that these values underscore the notion of male-female relationships as ordained by God, emphasizing the importance of preserving these time-honored traditions.
During the interview, Michy voiced her apprehensions regarding the influence of Western culture on the younger generation. She pointed out that facets of non-traditional relationships are subtly present in the literature and media consumed by children. Michy posed a thought-provoking question: Would the prohibition of certain activities be effective when these ideas are woven into cartoons and literature frequently encountered by impressionable young minds?
“I was pleased, but it’s worth noting that regardless of the laws, education plays a significant role. We have a selection of summarized Shakespeare books for children. Recently, I asked my son to read one of these books and narrate the story to me later. He described how a girl disguised herself as a boy and fell in love with another male character, and how a male character wore female attire in a Shakespearean tale. Hence, even though certain acts may be prohibited by law, those very concepts are embedded in cartoons and books. Can these books be cancelled?”
Michy’s viewpoints extend further to her belief that Western influences are subtly shaping the values of the upcoming generation in ways that may not align with Ghana’s cherished traditional beliefs. She passionately shares her perspective, questioning why individuals would opt for non-traditional relationships when, from her vantage point, “woman is sweet.”
“I hold the view that the West is influencing the next generation in particular ways, and I am deeply concerned about this. Creation did not depict scenarios like ‘Adam and Adam.’ I firmly believe that women are wonderful, Abeiku, so why would one choose a path that involves challenges?”
