President John Dramani Mahama has called for a new law to criminalise demands for romantic or sexual relationships in exchange for jobs. He made the call on Saturday, May 2, 2026, during a town hall engagement at Adweso in Koforidua, at the end of a working visit to the Eastern Region.
According to reports from local media, Mahama stated that such practices undermine meritocracy and exploit vulnerable job seekers. He urged Parliament to expedite the passage of legislation that would make it a punishable offense for employers to demand sexual favors as a condition for employment.
The proposal has sparked discussions on social media, with many supporting the move to protect job seekers from exploitation. However, no specific bill has been tabled in Parliament as of May 3, 2026.
