TUSAAG Declares Indefinite Strike Over Delayed Research Allowances
Accra, Ghana — The Technical Universities Senior Administrators Association of Ghana (TUSAAG) has declared an indefinite nationwide strike, effective Wednesday, December 3, over the government’s failure to pay the long-awaited One-Time Research Allowance. In a statement issued by the National Executive Council (NEC), TUSAAG described the government’s continued delay in releasing the funds as a “blatant breach of agreement”, insisting that the allowance first agreed upon on July 10, 2024 is a contractual right, not a discretionary benefit.
“The One-Time Research Allowance is a legitimate entitlement meant to compensate administrators for research and publication work required for promotion,” the statement read. “Its non-payment undermines the professional development and welfare of senior administrators, who play a crucial role in sustaining Ghana’s technical education system.”
The association said its decision to strike followed months of unsuccessful engagement with key government institutions, including the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC).
Repeated efforts to secure meetings with the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, were reportedly “ignored or deferred”, leaving TUSAAG with no option but to resort to industrial action.
The strike will affect all 10 technical universities nationwide, with the complete withdrawal of administrative services across critical departments such as finance, admissions, examinations, human resources, and registry operations. The shutdown is expected to disrupt the academic calendar and delay ongoing administrative processes, including examination preparations and staff promotions.
Despite the sweeping nature of the action, TUSAAG stressed that it remains open to dialogue, provided the government demonstrates good faith and urgency in addressing the matter.
“Our members are committed to education and national development,” the association stated. “However, this action has become necessary to compel the government to honor its own commitments.”
The indefinite strike adds to growing tensions in the tertiary education sector, where unresolved financial and contractual issues have frequently led to industrial disputes over the past year.
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