As President John Dramani Mahama prepares to deliver his State of the Nation Address on Thursday, February 27, the Trades Union Congress (TUC) is calling for clear policy commitments on pressing economic and labor issues.
Speaking in an exclusive interview on Channel One Newsroom, TUC Chairman Bernard Owusu emphasized the need for President Mahama to provide concrete details on the government’s “resetting agenda.” He urged the president to outline specific strategies for addressing economic challenges, particularly the rising cost of living and unemployment.
“We need clarity on what the government means by resetting Ghana and the concrete steps it plans to take,” Owusu stated, stressing that Ghanaians expect more than just rhetoric.
The TUC also expects the president to present measures aimed at fostering national unity, reducing extreme partisanship, and strengthening social cohesion. Additionally, the union is advocating for significant improvements in workers’ wages, calling for a shift from the minimum wage system to a living wage model that ensures fair compensation.
Owusu highlighted the need for pension reforms to expand coverage, particularly for informal sector workers, and to enhance retirement benefits. He also urged the government to address wage disparities and commit to long-term policies that improve the financial well-being of workers.
With growing concerns over economic hardship, labor unions and the general public will be watching closely to see whether President Mahama’s address delivers tangible solutions to their concerns.
