The Construction and Building Material Workers Union (CBMWU) has urged the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) and other labour unions to refrain from breaking away from organised labour, warning that such a move would weaken the collective bargaining power of unions in negotiating for workers’ rights.
Richard Asamoah, General Secretary of the CBMWU, shared his concerns during an exclusive interview with our labour correspondent, Daniel Opoku, in Accra on October 10. Asamoah emphasized that unity within organised labour is crucial for securing better conditions of service and advocating for the needs of workers.
Tensions have escalated within organised labour following the leadership’s decision to suspend a nationwide strike. Several unions, including UTAG, have since withdrawn their services, accusing the leadership of bad faith and a lack of respect for other unions’ concerns.
In response to these developments, Asamoah called for calm, urging the unions to stay united and avoid fracturing the collective strength of organised labour.
Asamoah also addressed growing criticisms of some union leaders who have been accused of being compromised. He firmly denied any involvement of union executives in corrupt practices.
In another development, Asamoah urged the government to take swift action in implementing measures to combat illegal mining, known as galamsey. He welcomed the government’s collaboration with labour unions to bring order to the sector, particularly through the deployment of soldiers to curb illegal activities.
SOURCE: http://dew360.net
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