Ga Traditional Council issues stern warning on noise-making ban violations

The Ga Traditional Council has issued a stern warning that it would apply tougher sanctions on noise-making violations as it prepares for this year’s traditional ban.
The Council reaffirmed its commitment to upholding its cherished practice as the annual tradition of observing the customary ban on noisemaking approaches.

Addressing the media on Wednesday, April 3, the President of the Ga-Dangbe Traditional Council, Ayikoi Otoo stated that the ban is scheduled to commence from Monday, May 6 to Thursday, June 6.

He emphasised that during this month-long period, all forms of noisemaking are prohibited.
“The ban encompasses all forms of noise-making including the use of loudspeakers, drums, tambourines, clapping of hands and any other musical instruments within the Ga state.
“During this period, there should be no merry-making or holding of funerals,” he said.

On his part, the Chief priest of the Ga Traditional Council, Nuumo Naaye stated individuals and organisations are bound to use anything, any sound projectors and any form of machines that project sound is prohibited.

“You can’t clap your hand or whistle and you don’t do anything that will make excessive noise.”
He emphasised that offenders will receive an inventory of seized items and a 90-day ultimatum to rectify their actions.

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