Savannah College of Education has apologised to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) for a staff sit-down strike declared on October 27 and suspended on November 1, 2026. The College's management acknowledged its role in the institutional lapses that allowed the industrial action to escalate. In a letter dated November 5, 2026, the College accepted responsibility for its part in the breakdown of institutional processes.
The strike was initiated by the leadership of the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) and the Colleges of Education Non-Teaching Staff Association of Ghana (CENTSAG). However, the College's management expressed regret for the disruption caused to GTEC, the Ministry of Education, students, parents, and other stakeholders. They recognised that they share responsibility for the institutional lapses that led to the strike.
The apology was signed by the Acting Registrar, Muftau-Kola Fasasi, on behalf of the Principal. The College thanked GTEC for its intervention during the strike, particularly its efforts to facilitate dialogue and help address outstanding concerns. This intervention helped to bring the strike to an end.
The College has pledged to improve communication, strengthen discipline, and address staff concerns through proper procedures to prevent future strikes. This includes working with GTEC and other relevant authorities to ensure that the migration process and related matters are completed transparently and without unnecessary delays.
Management also committed to strengthening institutional discipline and ensuring that staff welfare issues are handled through the appropriate statutory and administrative procedures. This will help to prevent similar industrial action from happening again.
The College promised to improve its internal communication and consultation mechanisms. This will enable them to address staff concerns and prevent misunderstandings that could lead to industrial action. The College looks forward to maintaining its collaboration with GTEC in the interest of staff and student welfare and the advancement of tertiary education in Ghana.
The Savannah College of Education's apology and commitment to reforms demonstrate its dedication to resolving staff concerns and preventing future strikes. The College's efforts to improve communication, strengthen discipline, and address staff welfare issues will be crucial in maintaining a stable and productive academic environment.
Key points
- Savannah College of Education accepts blame for institutional lapses that led to an illegal staff strike.
- The College pledges to improve communication, strengthen discipline, and address staff concerns through proper procedures.
- Management commits to working with GTEC to ensure transparent and timely completion of the migration process.
