The Judicial Service Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has announced an indefinite strike starting from Monday, January 19, 2026, in pursuit of the payment of salary arrears owed to its members.
According to JUSAG, this decision comes after numerous discussions with the Ministry of Finance and the Government regarding the postponed implementation of a 10% base pay increase that was approved for Judicial Service employees in 2025.
“Unlike other public sector workers, the implementation of the 10% base pay adjustment in related allowances was delayed until September 2025, with assurances that arrears covering January to August would be paid subsequently. Unfortunately, the Government failed to honour its promise,” the statement read.
In a statement released on Tuesday, January 13, JUSAG reminded that despite multiple letters and assurances from management, including a letter dated December 16, 2025, the eight months’ arrears remain unpaid.
The association characterised the situation as “unbearable” and expressed that members had been left disheartened, particularly during the festive season of December.
“The festive month of December was one of the most difficult moments for staff who were expecting payment of the arrears, only to be met with shock and disappointment. Our members are fed up with the situation the Government has subjected them to. We are unable to accept any excuse any longer,” the statement said.
The National Executive Council of JUSAG confirmed that the strike will persist until the complete payment of arrears from January to August 2025 is fulfilled.
The association underscored the essential role of Judicial Service staff in upholding law, order, and stability, pointing out that the delay in salary payments compromises their capacity to serve effectively.
