Why Railway Workers Union has suspended its planned strike

The Railway Workers Union of Ghana has suspended its planned strike and picketing, which was originally scheduled for September 30, 2025, after receiving a directive from the National Labour Commission (NLC).

In a statement dated September 24, 2025, the union confirmed that the NLC had responded to its earlier petition dated September 16, 2025, and instructed that the industrial action be suspended pending negotiations.

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“The Commission has directed that we stay our intended action and appear for negotiations on September 30, 2025. We remain committed to this process and will honour the Commission’s directive in good faith,” the union said.

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It cautioned, however, "That it will resume its action on a new date if the negotiations fail to address their grievances".

The workers had earlier threatened a nationwide strike and peaceful picketing over more than a year of unpaid salaries and entitlements, which they said had led to financial hardship, broken homes, health challenges, and the disruption of their children’s education.

Read the full statement below:



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