PAY US OUR BRA ALLOWANCES – UTAG TO GOV’T

The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has asked the government to pay them their 2022/23 Book and Research allowance (BRA) by October 21, or else they will embark on an industrial action.

UTAG issued the warning in its communiqué released on Monday, October 16, signed by their national president, Professor Mamudu A. Akudugu, and National Secretary, Dr. Elliasu Mumuni.

According to the release, the delay in the payment is creating tension on campuses. “UTAG” stated that the implementation of the National Research Fund should not replace the infamous Book and Research Allowance (BRA) which is a critical component of the conditions of the service of the members of UTAG which has been delayed unduly for the already completed 2022/23 Academic year as many lecturers in public universities are yet to receive this reimbursable expenditure. This is creating tension on our campus”.

“We are urging the government to ensure that all UTAG members receive their BRA by the 21st of October to avoid disrupting industry harmony”.

Meanwhile, UTAG also condemned the recent media attacks the country has witnessed. According to the Association, the developments are not in the national interest.

“Congress of UTAG Observed with sadness the increasing attacks on the freedom of expression and of the media. These developments are not in the interest of our growing democratic dispensation”.

Story by: Kaakyire Nyamekye Dansoa / Ahotoronline.com