The Accra Regional Police Command has issued a strong warning against the use of live ammunition during the lifting of the customary ban on drumming and noise making, which takes place today, Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Gbese Blohum and Abola within the Ga State.

In a statement signed by Superintendent Juliana Obeng, Head of Public Affairs, the Command expressed concern over emerging trends where some individuals—especially the youth—have deviated from the traditional firing of musketry using gunpowder or blank rounds and instead resorted to firing live ammunition.

The police, in collaboration with the Gbese Mantse, cautioned celebrants to strictly avoid the use of live ammunition during this year’s ceremony.

The statement stressed that anyone caught violating this directive will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.

The Command said it’s working closely with traditional leaders and event organizers to ensure a peaceful and incident-free celebration.

“The Police, in collaboration with the Gbese Mantse, are cautioning all celebrants to strictly refrain from the use of 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 Command is working closely with traditional authorities and event organizers to ensure a peaceful and incident-free celebration,” the statement said.

The police urged residents and participants to follow all safety protocols, cooperate with police personnel deployed for the event, and report any suspicious or unlawful activities through the emergency numbers 18555 or 112.

The police also extended best wishes to the people of the Ga State as they observe this important cultural event.

Click here to read the statement by the Police

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