Members of the Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG) have been instructed to return to work on May 23.
In response to the government’s failure to implement a collective bargaining agreement that was signed in November of last year, the Association announced an indefinite strike on May 21.
A May 22 news release signed by National Chairman George Garshong outlines the decision to halt the industrial action.
“On behalf of our sister unions (TUAAG and FUSSAG) and on my behalf as the National Chairman of SSA-UoG, we are pleased to inform you that following our collective action and strong advocacy, the Government has responded positively to our demands,” Mr Garshong wrote.
He explained that, “The Ministry of Finance has finally released the long-awaited letter authorizing the implementation of the negotiated agreement, effective 1st November 2024. The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has also written, authorizing the universities to effect payment immediately. Based on the Government’s goodwill to act swiftly on our concerns, we announce that all our members are to resume work on Friday, 23rd May 2025.”
“We want to thank the Hon. Minister of Education and Prof. Ahmed Jinapor Abdulai for their immense efforts in making this a reality. We also thank the media and our cherished members for your goodwill and support,” Mr Garshong stated.