The Technical Universities Senior Administrators Association of Ghana (TUSAAG) has announced an indefinite nationwide industrial strike set to commence on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
The action comes in response to what the Association describes as a “blatant breach of agreement” by the government over the payment of a negotiated One-Time Research Allowance, which has been outstanding for nearly 17 months.
The strike will involve a complete withdrawal of administrative services across all 10 Technical Universities, immediately disrupting critical functions such as admissions, examinations, finance, and other operations essential to the academic calendar.
TUSAAG says the core of the industrial action stems from the government’s persistent failure to disburse the allowance, which members were expecting following an agreement reached on July 10, 2024. The allowance is crucial for career progression, covering costs related to mandatory research and publication required for promotions within the technical university system.
According to TUSAAG, the allowance is not a discretionary bonus but a contractual obligation.
“The continued non-payment constitutes a blatant breach of agreement and demonstrates a lack of respect for the essential contributions of administrators to tertiary education in Ghana,” the Association stated.
The strike, the Association says, was a last resort after months of fruitless engagement with key governmental agencies, including the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC). Attempts to meet with the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, have reportedly gone unanswered or deferred.
The industrial action will have far-reaching effects, including:
• Finance Departments: Delays in salary and stipend payments, and the release of operational funds.
• Admissions and Registry: Halting the processing of applications and student records.
• Examinations: Jeopardizing the organization and timely release of results.
• Human Resources: Suspension of staff recruitment, promotions, and disciplinary procedures.
The strike is expected to disrupt operations at institutions including Accra Technical University, Kumasi Technical University, Takoradi Technical University, and Tamale Technical University, affecting thousands of students.
Despite the planned industrial action, TUSAAG emphasizes its willingness to engage in dialogue.
“The strike is aimed at compelling government attention and action that previous appeals have failed to secure. We remain open to sincere and immediate dialogue to achieve a permanent resolution,” the Association stated.
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