The Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (GARCC), in collaboration with the Regional Security Council (REGSEC), has announced a temporary ban on drumming and noise-making as part of traditional observances leading to the upcoming Homowo Festival.

In a statement issued on Monday, May 4, 2026, and signed by the Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Akweley Ocloo, the directive is intended to support customary rites associated with the festival.

The ban takes effect from Monday, May 4, 2026, to Thursday, June 4, 2026, and will be observed across the Ga State within the Greater Accra Region.

Madam Ocloo further explained that specific traditional areas, including Osu, La, Teshie, Nungua, Tema, Prampram, and Ningo, will observe the restriction at different periods, with their respective dates to be announced by the relevant Traditional Councils.

The Council also expressed concern over reports of unlawful attempts by some individuals to enforce the ban, including acts that have led to the destruction of property. It stressed that such actions are illegal and punishable under Ghanaian law.

GARCC stated that "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 Council appeals to all religious and faith-based organizations, event organizers, pubs, and other stakeholders to ensure the peaceful observance of the ban.

"No individual or group is permitted to enforce the ban unless duly authorized. Enforcement of the directive will be carried out by the Ghana Police Service in collaboration with the Ga Traditional Council.

"There must be no destruction of property in the process.

The Council further appealed to religious bodies, event organizers, pubs, and all stakeholders to cooperate for the peaceful observance of the ban.