Lawyer and political strategist, Gabby Otchere-Darko, is urging residents within the Greater Accra Metropolis to respectfully comply with the ban on noise-making directive issued by the Ga Traditional Council.
He emphasized the importance of respecting the traditional customs of the Ga people, on whose land the city is situated, and underscored that respect for every landlord must not be underestimated.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Mr. Otchere-Darko reflected on the respectfulness that accompanies the customs of the Homowo Festival.
He, however, suggested that those who cannot comply with the ban should consider leaving the Ga State during the period.
“If you are on Ga land and they say this is a seasonal period of no noise-making (as in drumming etc.), please respect that.”
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) leading member indicated that God should not be used as an excuse to flout the directive, because the God we serve hears people’s prayers silently.
“After all, God hears silent prayers. If you disagree, please relocate! Respect your land lord,” his post added.
Mr. Otchere-Darko’s advice follows a recent incident in which members of the task force enforcing the directive engaged in an altercation with some worshippers at a church in Accra.
The one-month ban, which commences Monday, May 15, to Thursday, June 12, 2025, is part of this year’s Homowo Festival observance.
A sacred traditional practice, it aims to “maintain peace, solemnity, and spiritual reflection” to commemorate “resilience, unity and thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest,” a statement from the council said.
