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Galamsey: UTAG declares nationwide strike

Ghana ElectionBy Ghana ElectionOctober 10, 2024No Comments2 Mins Read
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The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has announced that it will proceed with its industrial action against illegal mining on Thursday, October 10, 2024, despite Organised Labour’s decision to suspend its planned strike following the government’s pledge to address the issue.

In a referendum on Wednesday, October 9, UTAG members overwhelmingly supported the motion to strike, with 77.95% (2,153 votes) in favour, 21.98% (607 votes) against, and 0.07% (2 votes) abstaining.

The National Executive Council of UTAG has unanimously declared an immediate and indefinite strike across all 15 UTAG branches, effective Thursday.

The association has instructed its members to adhere to the strike until the government formally announces a nationwide ban on all mining and prospecting activities in protected areas, including forest reserves, farmlands, and water bodies.

“Following the referendum, the NEC convened an emergency meeting, invoking Article XIX, Clause 5 of the UTAG Constitution. In line with this constitutional mandate, NEC has unanimously declared an immediate INDEFINITE STRIKE from the 10th of October 2024 across all 15 UTAG branches. All members are directed to comply with this decision until the government formally announces a nationwide ban on mining and prospecting activities in protected areas, including forest reserves, farmlands, and water.”

UTAG’s bold move aims to pressure the government to take decisive action against galamsey, which has devastated Ghana’s water bodies and forests.

Speaking to journalists following the Organised Labour’s announcement, the President of UG-UTAG, Prof. Ransford Gyampo, underscored the seriousness of the situation and affirmed the association’s commitment to taking a strong stand on the issue.

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Source: citinewsroom.com

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