Resolve welfare concerns by June 30 or face strike- UTAG to Government
UTAG issued the warning after a meeting of its National Executive Council at the University of Health and Allied Sciences in Ho.
The University Teachers Association of Ghana has warned government to resolve outstanding welfare and conditions-of-service concerns by June 30 or risk a possible strike across public universities.
UTAG issued the warning after a meeting of its National Executive Council at the University of Health and Allied Sciences in Ho.
The Association says its members have waited too long for issues affecting their welfare to be settled.
In a statement dated June 19, UTAG said the continued delay threatens confidence in the collective bargaining process and undermines the working conditions of university teachers.
The Association’s key demand is the immediate signing and implementation of the Interim Salary Adjustment Agreement.
UTAG says negotiations on the agreement have already been concluded and accepted by all parties.
It explains that the arrangement is meant to provide temporary financial relief to academic staff while they await a full salary review by the Independent Emoluments Commission.
That broader salary review is expected to take effect in January 2027.
UTAG also wants government to address delays in post-retirement contract renewals, academic staff rollover and promotion arrears.
Other outstanding matters include unpaid allowances and delays in processing the 2026 Book and Research Allowance.
The Association further complained about slow approvals and payroll placement affecting academic staff.
It mentioned the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department and the Ministry of Finance as institutions whose delays continue to disrupt public university operations.
UTAG says government must settle all outstanding payments and administrative issues before the June 30 deadline.
It warned that if the concerns are not resolved, all UTAG branches will begin consultations within five working days to secure mandates for industrial action.
The Association said any action taken will be in line with its constitution and the Labour Act.
UTAG, however, says it remains committed to dialogue and constructive engagement.
It urged government to demonstrate good faith by honouring agreements already reached with university teachers.
