The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has announced a temporary ban on drumming and noise-making within its jurisdiction, as part of traditional observance and efforts to promote peace and harmony ahead of the Homowo Festival.

In a statement issued on Thursday, April 30, 2026, the Assembly stated that the ban will take effect from Monday, May 4 to Thursday, June 4, 2026, and applies to all communities within the Ga Traditional Area.

"The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) wishes to inform all residents in its jurisdiction that, this year’s ban on drumming and noise-making commences from Monday May 4 to Thursday June 4, 2026", it stated.

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According to the AMA, the directive is aimed at ensuring “peace, harmony and national security” during the period, and residents are expected to strictly comply with the outlined guidelines.

During the ban, churches are required to conduct their activities strictly within their premises and are prohibited from using musical instruments.

The use of external loudspeakers by churches, mosques and pubs has also been banned. Additionally, roadside evangelism activities are expected to cease throughout the period.

AMA urged religious bodies and traditional authorities to demonstrate mutual respect and avoid making derogatory or inflammatory remarks about each other’s beliefs and practices.

"Religious bodies and the Traditional Authorities must show respect for one another and restrain their followers from making derogatory and inflammatory remarks about the beliefs and practices of one another", the statement said.

AMA also noted that, in line with directives from the Ga Traditional Council, funeral rites and related activities are prohibited during the ban period.

To ensure compliance, an enforcement task force comprising personnel from the AMA, the Ghana Police Service and representatives of the Traditional Councils will oversee adherence to the directive.

AMA cautioned that only members of this authorized task force, who will be visibly identified with tags, are permitted to enforce the noise abatement measures.

“All other persons or groups should not involve themselves in enforcement activities within the metropolis,” it warned.

See the full statement below:

PRESS RELEASE: Ban on drumming and noise making starts on Monday ( 4th May,2026)#AccraLiveInLoveIt pic.twitter.com/PLixMIZESb

— CITY OF ACCRA (@AccraMetropolis) April 30, 2026