The Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Technical University Administrators Association, and the Federation of Universities Senior Staff Association have announced an indefinite industrial action.

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The strike took effect on Wednesday, May 21. Addressing the media yesterday was National Chairman of the Senior Staff Association George Ansong.

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“The Technical Universities Administrators Association of Ghana (TUWAG) and the Federation of University Senior Staff Association of Ghana (FUSAG) announce, with deep regret but unwavering resolve, our decision to embark on an indefinite strike action,” he stated.

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The move stems from the failure of both the former and current governments to honor a six-month-old agreement aimed at improving their conditions of service.

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Mr George Ansong continued to fume over the lack of government response following countless engagements, citing that until the government responds to their demands and takes action, the unions will remain on strike.

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“The government has continuously reneged on its commitment, thereby undermining the trust and cooperation that should exist between both parties,” he added.

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The erstwhile government led by Akufo-Addo reached an agreement with the SSA-UoG on November 12, 2024, after negotiations that began on April 9, 2024.

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The agreement was meant to improve their conditions of service, and the government was expected to fulfill its commitments within six months, meaning by May 2025.

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However, the incumbent government failed to meet the deadline, leading to the industrial action.

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This is not the first time the Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG) has gone on strike for similar reasons.

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The last time they took such action was in January 2024, during the Akufo-Addo-led administration.

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That strike was triggered by poor working conditions and the government's failure to pay certain allowances and arrears.

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