The Wenchi Traditional Council, located in the Bono region of Ghana, has announced a 14-day ban on drumming and noise-making within its jurisdiction.
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This annual ban, set to commence from Thursday, March 28, 2024, to Thursday, April 11, 2024, aims to facilitate the performance of rituals to appease the gods.
During a press conference held at Wenchi, Paramount Chief Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III revealed the details of the ban.
He emphasized that the ban extends to all activities that produce noise, including burials, final funeral rites, and other social gatherings.
“For the sake of clarity,” stated the Paramount Chief, “activities such as playing music, singing, drumming, and general noise-making must cease during the specified period.”
He cautioned residents to adhere strictly to the directive, warning of consequences for those who fail to comply.
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In addition to the ban, the Wenchi Traditional Council has made the decision to cancel the annual Apoo festival for this year. The Apoo festival, traditionally celebrated for purification and the eradication of social evils, will not take place due to the need for adequate planning.
Osagyefo Tabrako emphasized the importance of proper organization for the festival’s celebration, especially during his reign. He assured that the festival would return next year with innovative activities to enhance its appeal to the community.
Moreover, the traditional council announced a new directive regarding funeral arrangements. Instead of weekly funerals, which often require frequent travel and pose logistical challenges, funerals will now be organized once every month.
Under the new arrangement, funerals will be held in the first week of every month, starting from June 2024. Osagyefo Tabrako emphasized the readiness of the council to enforce this directive strictly, aiming to alleviate the burden on bereaved families and residents living outside the area.
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