Kadjebi: 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 includes non-teaching and educational support staff across various educational institutions.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Godwin SirLord Humado, TEWU Chairman for the Kadjebi District, stated that the industrial action was necessitated by the government's failure to address long-standing concerns of the union. The Union demands the immediate signing and implementation of the Conditions of Service for non-teaching staff, which has been delayed.
Mr. Humado highlighted the exclusion of non-teaching staff of the Ghana Education Service (GES) from the Continuous Professional Development Allowance (CPDA), despite it being scheduled for payment in September. He described the situation as unfair and discriminatory, noting that while teaching staff are assured of their CPDA, non-teaching staff are left out.
He also raised concerns about non-teaching staff who, despite meeting promotion criteria and passing interviews, have not been confirmed or compensated in their new grades. The Union is calling for the finalization and signing of all outstanding agreements with the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC).
Mr. Humado cautioned against any attempts to intimidate or victimise union members for participating in the strike, stating that such actions would constitute unfair labour practices. The Union has resorted to this strike after unsuccessful engagements with relevant authorities.
The strike is expected to disrupt essential support services in the education sector, affecting administration, security, library services, and maintenance, thereby impacting the smooth operation of schools and tertiary institutions. While immediate academic work may not be affected where teaching staff are not involved, the prolonged absence of support staff is likely to impact the overall functioning of institutions.
The situation presents 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 administrative services such as admissions, registration, and examinations.
