The Bolgatanga Municipal Assembly has dismissed reports suggesting that it has imposed an 8pm deadline on events and ceremonies held within the municipality.
The clarification follows a report by local radio station Dreamz FM claiming that the Assembly had introduced an 8pm cut-off time for activities including passing-out ceremonies and launching events. The publication subsequently gained widespread attention on social media and was attributed to the Assembly’s Presiding Member.
However, in a statement issued on Sunday, August 30, 2026, the Management of the Bolgatanga Municipal Assembly said the report does not represent its official position.
According to the Assembly, although it has an existing by-law concerning nocturnal ceremonies, an amendment made in September 2024 was aimed specifically at restricting persons below 18 years from attending social gatherings beyond midnight.
The Assembly further explained that its regulations must align with prevailing government policies, including the 24-Hour Economy initiative, and therefore cannot introduce by-laws or resolutions that contradict such policies.
Management consequently urged the public to disregard the reported 8pm deadline, stressing that there is no blanket 8pm restriction on events and ceremonies within the Bolgatanga Municipality.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com