The Tema Traditional Council (TTC) has declared a four-hour curfew for Tema Newtown, set to take place from 11:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.

A statement issued by the Council and signed by Registrar Jeffrey Lomo has been sent to the Eastern Naval Command, requesting the deployment of personnel for enforcement.

The statement clarified that the curfew will allow for traditional pacification rites to be conducted within the town, with only traditional priests permitted to be outdoors during these hours.

Read the full statement below: