Story by George Yawson VINEH
The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs has announced that the joint billboard inspection and enforcement exercise will commence today, Saturday, 14th November 2026, as scheduled.
In a press release issued on Friday, 13th November 2026, and signed by the Minister, Hon. Mahama Ayariga (MP), the Ministry reminded billboard owners, outdoor advertising companies and the general public that the exercise is going ahead.
The exercise is being undertaken in collaboration with the Advertising Association of Ghana (AAG) and other relevant institutions.
Deadline for Identification Elapsed
According to the Ministry, as communicated in the joint press statement issued on 5th November 2026, all billboard owners and advertising companies were required to clearly identify their structures by displaying their names and company details by Friday, 13th November 2026.
The Ministry said structures found to violate the prescribed standards and regulatory requirements will be pulled down.
Aim of Exercise
The Ministry emphasised that the exercise is intended to safeguard public safety, strengthen regulatory compliance and promote an orderly and properly regulated outdoor advertising environment.
“The Ministry counts on the cooperation of all stakeholders and the public towards the successful implementation of this exercise,” the statement said.
The enforcement exercise is expected to cover billboards across the country that fail to meet the required standards.
