Accra: A seven-member governing board of the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) has been inaugurated to promote fairness and transparency in public sector compensation. Inaugurating the board, Dr Rashid Pelpuo, Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment, urged members to uphold equity in public sector pay administration.
According to Ghana News Agency, Dr Pelpuo emphasized the pivotal role the Commission plays in promoting good governance and fairness in public sector compensation. He highlighted the challenges of managing the public service wage bill within a sustainable economic framework and reiterated the need for an Independent Emoluments Commission to address disparities in wage administration.
Dr Pelpuo congratulated the board members and commended their willingness to serve the nation. He tasked the Board with developing mechanisms to reduce labour unrest arising from pay inequities and assured them of his full cooperation and support in their work. He expressed confidence in their expertise and commitment.
Mr Samuel Adu-Yeboah, Board Chairman, expressed gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama for the appointment and the opportunity to serve. The board comprises professionals from law, public service, and the Ghana Employers Association, including Dr George Smith-Graham, Chief Executive of FWSC; Annie Moghtar Mohayideen of S and AC Law; Dr Prince E. Darah of the Public Services Commission; Ms Joyce Aseidu-Ofei representing the Ghana Employers Association; Madam Hilda Ashie, retired FWSC staff; and Mr Shadrack Mensah of the Ministry of Labour, Jobs and Employment.
