Nii Adote Otintor II, the paramount chief of the Sempe Traditional Area, has issued a directive to churches that violated the ongoing ban on drumming and noise-making. He has called on these churches to present copies of their land indentures to the Ga Traditional Council for thorough examination to determine the legitimacy of their land acquisitions.

This announcement was made during a meeting on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the Ga Traditional Council, where Nii Adote Otintor II expressed his concerns over the persistent violations of traditional regulations. “The violation of our traditions has been occurring for many years, and this time, those summoned by the traditional council will face consequences,” he stated. “We will not allow these infractions to go unpunished.”

The paramount chief emphasized the need to investigate whether the lands on which these churches are built were acquired for residential purposes, as stipulated in their indentures. “If it turns out that the indentures designate the land for residential use and you have repurposed it for worship, then you will have a problem with us,” he warned. “We want to understand the clauses in the indentures to ensure that land use adheres to traditional regulations.”

Nii Adote Otintor II further asserted the importance of respecting local traditions, stating, “Accra has owners, and we will protect it. We give respect to other territories when we visit, and we expect the same respect for our traditions here.”

The current ban on drumming and noise-making in Accra was implemented on May 12 and is scheduled to be lifted on June 12. The traditional council is taking a firm stance to ensure adherence to these cultural norms, which they believe are essential for maintaining order and respect within the community.