The Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council has announced the start of the annual ban on drumming and noise-making across the Ga State, effective Monday, May 4, 2026, through Thursday, June 4, 2026.
The directive, issued in collaboration with the Regional Security Council, forms part of traditional rites leading to the Homowo Festival.
According to a press release signed by Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, the ban will be observed across the Ga State, but traditional areas including Osu, La, Teshie, Nungua, Tema, Prampram, and Ningo will observe it during different periods to be announced by their respective Traditional Councils.
The Council flagged concerns over “unlawful attempts by some individuals to enforce the ban, including actions that may result in the destruction of property.”
GARCC stated unequivocally that such conduct “is unacceptable and constitutes a violation of the laws of Ghana.”
“Any person or group found engaging in unlawful enforcement or causing damage to property will be dealt with in accordance with the laws of Ghana,” the release said.
It stressed that only the Ghana Police Service, in collaboration with the Ga Traditional Council, is permitted to enforce the ban. “No individual or group is permitted to enforce the ban unless duly authorized. There must be no destruction of property in the process.”
The Council has also appealed to religious and faith-based organizations, event organizers, pubs, and other stakeholders to ensure peaceful observance of the ban.
GARCC said it will continue to engage stakeholders to ensure cooperation and maintain peace, order, and respect for tradition throughout the period.
The general public has been urged to comply fully with the directive.
The annual ban is a cultural practice observed by the Ga people to promote peace, reflection, and spiritual preparation ahead of Homowo, which celebrates the Ga harvest.
