Three unions have announced their intention to commence industrial action on August 9, 2024, if the Ministry of Finance does not authorise the payment of agreed allowances by August 8, 2024.
The unions involved in this potential strike are the Senior Staff Association-Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Federation of Senior Staff Associations of Ghana (FUSSAG), and the Teachers and Educational Workers Union of the Trade Union Congress (TEWU-TUC).
These groups have raised concerns over the Finance Ministry’s delay in issuing a letter to effect the payment of the Vehicle Maintenance Allowance (VMA) and other related allowances.
In a statement dated Monday, August 5, the unions issued an ultimatum to the government, demanding that the allowances be settled by August 8, or they would embark on a strike the following day.
They emphasised the urgency of the situation, highlighting their frustration with the government’s inaction.
The unions accused the government of employing Machiavellian tactics to deny them their rightful dues.
They stressed that their patience had worn thin and that they were prepared to take necessary action to ensure their demands are met.
