CLOGSAG Suspends Strike, Resumes Negotiations Over Appointment of Samuel Adom Botchway

The Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG) has announced the suspension of its nationwide strike following continued discussions over the controversial appointment of Samuel Adom Botchway as the Registrar of the Births and Deaths Registry.

In a statement released after an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on March 28, 2025, CLOGSAG revealed that the strike would be put on hold to allow for further negotiations with the relevant authorities.

As part of the resolution, all Civil Service and Local Government Service staff have been instructed to return to work by Wednesday, April 2, 2025.

The strike, which was initially triggered by concerns surrounding the appointment of politically exposed individuals to key civil service positions, began after Mr. Botchway officially took office as Registrar of the Births and Deaths Registry on February 12, 2025.

During a meeting on February 11, CLOGSAG’s NEC raised concerns about the implications of such appointments, warning that it could compromise the integrity and impartiality of the public service.

Following these discussions, CLOGSAG decided to proceed with the strike, which commenced on February 20, 2025, resulting in employees across the country halting work.

This move disrupted services, especially in areas requiring civil service documentation such as births and death registrations.

The suspension of the strike, however, signals a potential resolution, as it allows for ongoing engagement between CLOGSAG and the government.

Although the strike is temporarily suspended, the association has made it clear that its members are still closely monitoring the situation and will continue to advocate for transparency in the appointments process.

CLOGSAG has emphasized that its main concern remains the professional independence of civil service positions, as well as the need for public servants to operate free from political influence.

The union has also called for the review of Mr. Botchway’s appointment in light of these concerns.

With the strike suspended and work expected to resume next week, all eyes will be on the continued negotiations to see if a lasting solution can be reached.

CLOGSAG’s decision marks a significant moment in the ongoing conversation about public sector appointments in Ghana.