Great Ampong has conveyed his opinion that employing a condom is comparable to undergoing an abortion.
When asked by Taller Dee whether he would consider sponsorship from a condom producer or vendor, the Gospel star asserted that utilizing a condom is “almost close to an abortion.”
During their conversation on No. 1 105.3 FM’s Gospel Showbiz, Ampong admitted, “I’d hesitate,” and humorously added, “It’s not criminal, and I won’t be imprisoned, but I would think twice about it.”
Reflecting on the topic, Ampong acknowledged that condoms are used for protection but added with contemplation, “But at the same time, the thing is quite strange because if you wear a condom, it’s like having an abortion, right? Because it’s like you’re preventing yourself from becoming pregnant.”
While the gospel music industry grapples with challenges in obtaining sponsorships, artists in this genre frequently turn down collaborations with alcohol and condom brands. This decision stems from the belief that such products may promote promiscuity and immorality.
In 2015, the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) implemented a ban on Ghanaian celebrities endorsing alcoholic beverages.
The regulatory move was aligned with a World Health Organisation policy, and the FDA emphasised that it was part of a broader initiative to safeguard children from being enticed into alcoholism.