The Ga Traditional Council has announced that the ban on drumming and noise-making across the Ga State will start from Monday, May 12, to Thursday, June 12.
This forms part of the customary rites leading to the annual Homowo Festival.
According to the Council, the ban is to ensure peace, solemnity, and spiritual reflection as they prepare for the Homowo festival.
The Traditional Council also disclosed that due to the varied dates of celebration in different areas, the Osu, La, Teshie, Nungua, Tema, Kpone, Prampram, and Ningo traditional areas will announce their own specific dates for the ban.
“This ban is a sacred tradition that allows us to prepare spiritually and reflect on our heritage as we approach the Homowo Festival,” said a spokesperson for the Ga Traditional Council. “It’s a time for peace, unity, and quiet reflection before the celebratory festivities begin.”
The Council referenced the 1992 Constitution, indicating that the ban is recognised by the laws of Ghana in line with the practice of customary law and cultural traditions.
A task force will be monitoring compliance, the Council has revealed, working with the Ghana Police Service, local assemblies, and the Regional Security Council (REGSEC).
“We encourage all residents, visitors, and institutions to respect this cultural practice,” the spokesperson added. “It helps maintain social harmony and mutual respect, allowing us to preserve the peace within our diverse community.”
During the ban, the following restrictions will be enforced:
- Worship centres must limit their activities to their premises.
- Noise-making, including clapping, the use of tambourines, and other musical instruments, will be prohibited.
- The use of loudspeakers outside church premises, mosques, or for roadside evangelism is banned.
- Funeral rites and related activities will not be allowed during the ban and up to one week after it is lifted. Funerals will be permitted to resume from Friday, 20th June 2025.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
