Members of the Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU) of the Ghana Trades Union Congress (GTUC) in the Kadjebi District of the Oti Region have joined the nationwide indefinite strike declared by the Union, effective Friday, September 19, 2025.
The strike, which covers non-teaching and educational support staff, affects personnel in the Ghana Education Service (GES), public and technical universities, the Ghana Library Authority, and the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board.
In an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA), Mr Godwin SirLord Humado, TEWU Chairman for the Kadjebi District, said the industrial action had become necessary due to the government’s failure to address long-standing concerns of the union.
He said the Union is demanding the immediate signing and implementation of the Conditions of Service for non-teaching staff, which has been delayed for an extended period.
Mr Humado also called for the inclusion of non-teaching staff of the GES in the Continuous Professional Development Allowance (CPDA), scheduled to be paid in September.
“While teaching staff are being assured of their CPDA, non-teaching staff are being left out. This is unfair and discriminatory,” he said.
He further stated that some non-teaching staff who have met all the necessary promotion criteria, including passing interviews, have not been confirmed or compensated in their new grades, describing the situation as demoralising.
Mr Humado said the Union also wants all outstanding agreements with the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) finalised and signed without delay.
He cautioned against any attempts to intimidate or victimise members of the Union for participating in the strike, saying such actions would amount to unfair labour practices.
“Despite several engagements with relevant authorities, the government has failed to address our concerns, leaving the Union with no option but to embark on this strike,” he added.
The strike is expected to disrupt various essential support services in the education sector, including administration, security, library services, and maintenance, potentially affecting the smooth operation of schools and tertiary institutions.
Although academic work may not be immediately impacted where teaching staff are not part of the action, prolonged absence of support staff is likely to affect the general functioning of institutions.
The situation also poses broader implications for morale among non-teaching staff and could escalate into wider labour unrest if unresolved.
Students, parents, and the public may face delays in accessing key administrative services such as admissions, registration, and examinations.
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