Judicial Service staff declare indefinite strike over unpaid salary arrears

The Judicial Service Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has officially declared an indefinite strike set to commence on Monday, January 19, 2026, citing the

The Judicial Service Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has officially declared an indefinite strike set to commence on Monday, January 19, 2026, citing the non-payment of salary arrears owed to its members.

The association says its members, who play a critical role in upholding law and order across the country, have grown increasingly frustrated with repeated delays by the Government in implementing a pay adjustment approved for 2025.

JUSAG explained that the Government had approved a 10% base pay increase for Judicial Service employees last year, along with corresponding adjustments in related allowances.

However, the implementation of the increase, unlike other public sector workers, was delayed until September 2025.

The Government had promised to pay arrears covering the period from January to August 2025, a commitment that remains unfulfilled, according to the association.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, January 13, the association recalled that despite multiple letters and assurances from management—including a direct communication dated December 16, 2025—the arrears for the eight-month period remain unpaid.

JUSAG described the situation as “unbearable,” noting that members were left disappointed during the festive season when many had expected the delayed payments.

“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 continue until the full payment of the arrears is made.

The association stressed that the delay in salary payments threatens the efficiency and effectiveness of Judicial Service staff, whose work is vital to maintaining stability, enforcing laws, and delivering justice across the country.