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No More Night Play in Nkoranza N: Busunya Traditional Council imposes curfew on minors

In a bold move aimed at reshaping the moral fabric and academic focus of the community, the Busunya Traditional Council has announced a stringent new by-law that will see both students and their parents facing stiff penalties for violating curfew hours.

Date Created : 3/6/2026 : Story Author : Oheneba Kesse Brempong-Asare/Ghanadistricts.com

The announcement was made during the Speech and Prize Giving Day of the SDA Basic School in Busunya, located in the Nkoranza North District of the Bono East Region. While the event was a celebration of academic excellence under the theme "Honouring Hardwork and Excellence Within Disciplined Learning Community," it was the traditional council’s new directive that became the talk of the gathering.

Speaking on behalf of the council, Nana Kwame Effah, the Abusuapanin and head of the Busunya family, issued a stern warning to the community. He declared that henceforth, any student found outside their home between 7:30 PM and 8:00 PM will be apprehended and brought before the traditional council.

"If a child is found guilty of breaking this rule, the parents will be fined GHC 200.00, and the child will receive 12 lashes of the cane," Nana Kwame Effah announced to the gathering.

According to the traditional council, these measures are not meant to punish but to protect. "These measures will improve the quality of education in our community," the chief emphasized, adding that the late-night hours should be reserved for studying and rest, not loitering.

DCE Commends School Feeding Programme, Supports Fencing Project

The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Nkoranza North, Hon. Effah Patrick, was present at the event and used the opportunity to address educational developments in the district

He spoke extensively about the school feeding programme and expressed his delight at the school management’s initiative to raise funds for a fence wall.

"I am happy to hear from the school management about raising funds for the school fence," Hon. Patrick stated, acknowledging the importance of a secure environment for learning.

Educational Challenges: Teacher Deficit and Infrastructure Gaps

The District Director of Education, Mr. Stephen D. Kwasi Botwe, shed light on the pressing challenges facing education in the area. While commending the collaborative effort between the School Management Committee (SMC), the PTA, and the traditional authorities to fence the school, he revealed a critical shortage of staff.

"When I came, the teacher deficit in the district was very poor," Mr. Botwe lamented. He also highlighted the lack of classrooms as a major hurdle, noting that his primary concern remains the Kindergarten level and the welfare of the youngest learners.

Stakeholders Call for Collective Responsibility

The SMC Chairman, Mr. Opoku Sampson, reiterated the commitment of both the SMC and the PTA to the school’s development. He urged parents to support their children unconditionally and advised pupils to be punctual. He also called on teachers to continue guiding the students with dedication.

The event also celebrated individual excellence, with special recognition going to Mr. Donyina Prince, who was awarded for his integrity and hard work. The school prefects also delivered short speeches, encouraging their peers to uphold the values of discipline and academic diligence.

As the sun set on Busunya, the message from the traditional council was clear: the community is watching, and the era of nocturnal wandering for schoolchildren is over.

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No More Night Play in Nkoranza N: Busunya Traditional Council imposes curfew on minors

Date Created : 3/6/2026 : Story Author : Oheneba Kesse Brempong-Asare/Ghanadistricts.com

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