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Government Suspends LI to Ban Preaching and Hawking in Vehicles

By Ishmeal

Ghana bans preaching on buses with jail terms for offenders

The government has suspended the implementation of the Legislative Instrument (LI) seeking to ban preaching and hawking in moving vehicles, particularly on public transport.

The decision follows public concerns about the proposed restrictions and their possible impact on passengers, traders and religious activities.

The proposed measures form part of efforts to improve road safety by reducing distractions for drivers and passengers.

Preaching and hawking in moving vehicles have raised concerns about safety, especially when activities distract drivers or interfere with passengers.

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However, the suspension means enforcement of the proposed measures has been put on hold for now.

The government’s decision comes as public discussion continues over how to balance road safety with religious freedom and the livelihoods of people who sell goods on public transport.

Further clarification may be needed on when the LI could be implemented and whether changes will be made to the proposed restrictions.

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By Ishmeal

Ishmeal Ntakor is a Ghanaian journalist, blogger, digital marketer, content creator, and media professional with interests in journalism, digital communication, healthcare, tourism, social development, and storytelling. He has experience in researching, writing, editing, and publishing news stories, features, articles, and digital content. His work covers current affairs, human-interest stories, entertainment, sports, tourism, social issues, and community developments. Ishmeal is also the founder and personality behind NationsBlogger, a digital media and blogging platform focused on news, entertainment, sports, trending stories, tourism, social issues, and public-interest content. Through his media work, he uses digital platforms to inform, educate, and connect with audiences. Educational Background Ishmeal has an interdisciplinary academic background spanning healthcare, digital marketing, and journalism. His qualifications include: - Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Diagnostic Medical Imaging – University of Cape Coast (UCC) -Degree in Digital Marketing – IPMC College of Technology Higher National Diploma (HND) in Journalism and Communication His background in Diagnostic Medical Imaging has given him academic exposure to healthcare and medical imaging, while his studies in Digital Marketing and Journalism have strengthened his abilities in communication, media production, digital strategy, content creation, and online storytelling. He has developed skills in SEO, social media marketing, Google Ads, PPC, content strategy, social media content creation, YouTube scripting, online journalism, and digital brand development. Beyond journalism and digital marketing, Ishmeal has a strong interest in tourism, history, exploration, interviews, current affairs, entertainment, and community development. As a media professional, Ishmeal believes in research, responsible reporting, accuracy, continuous learning, and telling stories that matter. He continues to combine his academic background in Diagnostic Medical Imaging at UCC, Digital Marketing at IPMC, and Journalism and Communication to build a diverse career across media, digital marketing, healthcare communication, and tourism. Ishmeal Ntakor is committed to growing NationsBlogger and using journalism and digital media to inform, educate, and engage audiences in Ghana and beyond