The Techiman Traditional Council has appealed to residents of Techiman to strictly observe a mini curfew scheduled for Wednesday, 18th March 2026, as part of activities marking this year’s Appor Festival.
According to the council, the curfew will allow chiefs and traditional leaders to perform important customary rites at Atweredaa, a sacred location within the traditional area.
Speaking to the media, the Acting President of the council and Akwamuhene of the Techiman Traditional Area, Nana Owusu Gyare II, cautioned residents to comply with the directive.
He explained that movement will be restricted between 10:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m., warning that anyone found outside during this period will face sanctions from the traditional authorities.
“The Appor festival is a historic event rich in customs, rituals, and traditions. God willing, tomorrow, sacred rituals will be performed, and as such, a curfew will be imposed in Techiman around 10:00 p.m. to allow the traditional authorities to carry out these activities and ensure the success of this year’s festival.
“There will be serious consequences for anyone who deliberately flouts this directive. The rituals are private and are meant to be observed only by members of the Techiman Traditional Council who are customarily assigned to perform them.”
Nana Owusu Gyare II also advised drivers and motorists to immediately stop whenever they encountered chiefs performing the traditional rites along the roads, as a sign of respect for the customs and traditions of the land.
“We understand that Techiman is a major junction, with many vehicles passing through the town. Drivers are therefore urged to respect the directive by slowing down and dimming their lights when entering Techiman during the curfew hours.”
He further appealed to the general public in Techiman to actively participate in the celebration of the Apoo Festival, particularly the activities scheduled for Appor Friday.
The Akwamuhene urged market women and traders to come out in their numbers to support the festival during its climax, popularly known as “Appor Fiada.”
Source: Elvisanokye.com