The Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Technical University Administrators Association (TUAAG), and the Federation of Universities Senior Staff Association (FUSSAG) have announced a suspension of their indefinite industrial action barely 48 hours after it took effect.

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In a statement dated May 22, the associations noted that their decision stems from the authorization of the implementation of the negotiated agreement, effective November 1, 2024, by the Ministry of Finance.

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"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," the statement noted.

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Per the statement, the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has also written, authorizing the universities to effect payment immediately.

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The associations have therefore directed their members to resume work on Friday, 23rd May, following government's goodwill to act.

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The association's strike took effect on Wednesday, May 21. National Chairman of the Senior Staff Association George Ansong, who engaged the media, bemoaned the government's inability to implement the agreements reached.

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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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He revealed that 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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With the government's intervention comes an end 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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