- CETAG ends strike after government commitment.
- Government has until October to address concerns.
- Vice President's intervention helps resolve dispute.
- CETAG threatens further action if deadline is not met.
The College of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has officially called off its strike, bringing an end to the industrial action that had been ongoing. This decision was made after the government agreed to address the issues raised by CETAG, with a deadline set for October.
CETAG’s primary demand is the migration to a university status, a request that the government has agreed to fulfill. This move is expected to elevate the status of colleges of education and provide better conditions for teachers.
According to Prince Obeng Himah, President of CETAG, the decision to call off the strike was based on the commitment received from the Office of the Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Himah expressed optimism that the government would meet the October deadline.
The strike, which began on [date], was called to protest the government’s delay in addressing CETAG’s concerns. Teachers had been demanding better conditions, including improved salaries and benefits.
CETAG’s demands also included the restoration of their conditions of service, which they claimed had been eroded over time. The government’s agreement to address these issues was a key factor in CETAG’s decision to call off the strike.
The Vice President’s intervention was instrumental in resolving the impasse. Dr. Bawumia’s commitment to finding a solution helped to ease tensions and paved the way for a return to work.
With the strike called off, teachers are expected to return to their classrooms, and academic activities are set to resume. Students who were affected by the strike can now look forward to completing their studies without further disruption.
CETAG has warned, however, that if the government fails to meet the October deadline, they will be forced to take further action. The association is determined to ensure that its members’ concerns are addressed.
The agreement between CETAG and the government is a significant step forward in resolving the issues facing teachers in Ghana. It is hoped that this development will lead to improved conditions for teachers and a better education system for all.
The call-off of the CETAG strike is a welcome development that brings relief to students, teachers, and the education sector as a whole. The government’s commitment to addressing CETAG’s concerns is a positive step, and it is hoped that the agreed-upon deadline will be met.
