Goaso authorities order ban on Valentine’s Day celebrations

The Goaso Traditional Council has officially banned Valentine’s Day celebrations in the Goaso traditional area in the Ahafo Region in observance of the one-week memorial for the late Paramount Chief of the Goaso Traditional Council, Nana Kwasi Bosomprah.

Traditional authorities have declared that no celebratory events should take place on February 14, as the community will be focused on solemnly remembering their late chief.

During a press conference shared on social media, the authorities emphasized that anyone caught violating the directive would face serious consequences.

“Nananom have placed a ban on Valentine’s Day celebrations. If you wish to celebrate, do so quietly in your room. We do not want to see people in hotels celebrating. If you organize a Valentine’s Day party and are caught, you will face severe consequences. We are mourning the loss of our chief.

“If we are mourning, we must all mourn together as one people. Some cannot be sad while others celebrate. If you want to hold a Valentine’s Day event, do so privately. We are serious about this directive, and everyone in this area must comply.”

Valentine’s Day, celebrated annually on February 14, has roots as a Christian feast day honoring a martyr named Valentine. Over time, it has evolved into a global celebration of love and romance in many cultures.