FUSSAG suspends strike but...

The Federation of University Students Association of Ghana (FUSSAG) has suspended its four week industrial action, with effect from Monday, 30th September, 2013.

The decision was reached at an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Tuesday, 24th September, 2013.

FUSSAG embarked on an indefinite strike on August 19, 2013, to press home demands for Market Premium, Excessive Exposure to Health Hazards Allowance, Special Allowance and Electricity Subsidy.

However, a statement signed by Jacob Emmanuel Eshun, General Secretary, noted that: "The suspension of the strike is a demonstration of our commitment to dialogue in addressing our legitimate concerns".

"The resumption of discussions of the grievances with the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC), and the assurance given by the Vice Chancellors Ghana to facilitate the resolution of the impasse constitute the prime reasons for the decision to suspend the strike.

"The Vice Chancellors Ghana (VCG) has demonstrated commitment to play a leading role in the discussions of the issues with the FWSC. The VCG has made several appeals to FUSSAG to suspend the strike. Their role to facilitate the resolution is therefore predicated on the suspension of the strike. We, therefore, deem it prudent to accord them respect, dignity and count on their trust in facilitating the resolution of the matter," the statement said.

The statement, however, indicated that members of FUSSAG will reactivate the strike on October 29, if the grievances are not adequately addressed before the expiration of a four-week period - Monday, 30th September, 2013 to Monday 28th October, 2013.