Illegal Concerts in Brunei

        Did you know that there are illegal events or concerts conducted in Brunei? Illegal concerts are events which did not have any approval from the respective authority and usually this took place underground, where people invited surreptitiously. The following paragraphs will elaborate more on the causes, effects and ways to overcome this problem.

       There are various reasons for this to ensue and the main reason is lack of entertainment. As you Brunei is a pious country, which holds the “MIB” (Melayu Islam Beraja) principle as their way of life. Nightclubs, bars or such places are banned completely in Brunei, thus, this results in people there conducting underground gigs or concerts and mostly the participants are youngsters. Other reasons could be curiosity or just wanting to experience something new and different.

        Illegal concerts are the main causes for social problems among the young generation and it's increasing at alarming rate. This can lead to underage sex and drinking and then one problem lead to another. Furthermore, this causes an increase in noise pollution. This can be a problem to the society. A society which once lived in such peace could abruptly diminish. In every country, people are trying to achieve living in harmony and peace and because of this matter, all of that can just be a wishful thinking.

        In order to prevent from illegal concerts, Brunei government should reinforced laws and often put police on night patrol. Not only that, society can contribute reducing this crisis by educating their kids, increase their supervision among the youngsters. Schools can conduct extra-curriculum activities for the students to avoid them going to these such events. They should do a road show, educating the people what are happening around them, how to handle the situation, educating them on how to reduce it.

        In conclusion, this matter should not take lightly. It could get worst if we ignored it. Brunei government and the society can work mutually, in order to prevent and later reduce this problem from occurring once more. 

Nur Athirah Ayub 16998