Donald Duke, former governor of Cross River state, has issued a statement to clarify his position on same sex relationships.
Duke, a presidential aspirant, had received backlash for a comment he made during a show anchored by Folarin Falana (Falz) and Laila Johnson-Salami.
Explaining his stance on same sex relationships, Duke had said that he would not criminalise homosexuality, as long as it is not exhibited publicly.
“I don’t understand the emotional feelings a gay person would have of their sexuality. I don’t understand it but I will not criminalise them. I will ensure that they have the protection of the law,” he had said.
Clarifying what he meant via his Instagram page on Sunday, Duke said his comment about protecting the rights of gay individuals is not an affirmation of homosexuality and same sex marriage.
Donald Duke: Homosexuality is a crime in Nigeria and ought to remain so
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