The Accra Regional Police Command has cautioned the public about safety and security concerns ahead of the official lifting of the customary ban on drumming and noise-making, which takes place today, Thursday, June 12, at Gbese, Blohum, and Abola within the Ga State.

Traditionally, the lifting of the ban includes the firing of musketry as part of the celebration.

However, the Police Command has observed that in recent years, some participants, especially sections of the youth, have resorted to firing live ammunition instead of using gunpowder or blank rounds.

In a statement signed by Superintendent Juliana Obeng, the Police Command urged all celebrants to strictly refrain from using live ammunition during this year’s ceremony.

“Any individual found engaging in such acts will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law,” the statement warned.

The Police Command revealed it is collaborating closely with traditional authorities, including the Gbese Mantse, and event organisers to ensure a peaceful and incident-free celebration.

“The Command is working closely with traditional authorities and event organisers to ensure a peaceful and incident-free celebration,” the statement added.

They urged the public to comply with safety directives, cooperate with police, and report any unlawful activities.

"The Accra Regional Police Command encourages the public to comply with all safety directives, cooperate with police personnel deployed for the event, and report any unlawful activities through the Police emergency numbers 18555 or 112."

Finally, the Command extended its best wishes to the people of the Ga State as they mark this significant cultural occasion.

“The Command takes this opportunity to extend its best wishes to the people of the Ga State as they mark this significant cultural occasion,” it concluded.