Govt resolves CETAG migration onto University grades structure
THE Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) has announced the successful resolution of the migration of members of the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) onto the university grades structure, addressing a long-standing concern that had prompted industrial action by the association.
In a statement, the FWSC highlighted the coordinated efforts of key stakeholders, including the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), Ministry of Finance (MOF), Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD), Ministry of Education (MOE), and the National Conference of Principals of Colleges of Education (PRINCOF).
The resolution followed a directive from the National Labour Commission (NLC), which led to the formation of a Migration Committee on August 29, 2024. The committee was tasked with overseeing the transition of CETAG members to the public universities’ grade structure.
According to FWSC, the migration process has been completed, and beneficiaries received payments during the January 2025 payment window. Additionally, the Commission reported that the research allowance top-up had been disbursed to all Colleges of Education, with the exception of Akrokerri College of Education, which is currently being processed.
The FWSC commended all stakeholders for their tireless efforts in addressing CETAG’s concerns and called on the association to end the ongoing strike to allow academic activities in the Colleges of Education to resume.
“The government is committed to addressing any post-migration issues that may arise and will continue to engage with CETAG in a collaborative and constructive manner,” the statement noted.
This development is expected to restore harmony within the Colleges of Education and enhance the delivery of quality teacher education across the country.
Meanwhile CETAG has announced the immediate suspension of its three-week industrial action following a decision made by the association’s National Council during a virtual meeting on Friday, January 24, 2025.
The decision to suspend the strike was based on multiple factors, including the employer’s goodwill in migrating staff to the University Salary Structure as part of the National Labour Commission’s (NLC) Arbitration Awards.
Additionally, the appointment of a new Minister of Education, who has expressed a commitment to engaging CETAG to swiftly resolve outstanding issues, contributed to the decision.
The association also acknowledged the negative impact the strike was having on college students and the broader academic community.
Despite the suspension, CETAG noted that several unresolved issues from the arbitration awards and migration process still required attention from the FWSC, Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), and the Controller and Accountant General Department (CAGD).
CETAG leadership expressed gratitude for the support and loyalty shown by members during the strike, urging them to resume work immediately.
They reassured members that ongoing efforts will continue to address these issues and ensure that all concerns are resolved. The association also acknowledged the contributions of the National Conference of Principals of Colleges of Education (PRINCOF), FWSC, GTEC, CAGD, and the media for their support during the final stages of the migration process.
