Bimbilla: College of Education students leave campus as CETAG strike continues

CETAG ’s strike action continue to be active as students of Bimbilla College of Education leave the campus. The strike has kept students frustrated for 3 consecutive weeks.

some students are running out of money for upkeep as the strike action continue.

CETAG began its  strike on 14th June, 2024 due to government’s failure in implementing an arbitral award and negotiated service conditions.

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Though an order has been issued by National Labour Commission to CETAG to call off the strike, the teacher organization remains resolute in its decision, insisting that their grievances need to be heard and addressed.

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One of the effects of CETAG’s strike is that it has caused a halt in academic and administrative activities, leaving the future of the academic calendar uncertain.

During an exclusive interview with Channel One News, students from the College of Education expressed frustration and uncertainty about their academic future.

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The strike has affected students nationwide, with those at Bimbilla College of Education being no exception.

Final-year students worry that the academic calendar will be disrupted, impacting their completion in September 2024 as first-year students are also concerned about the strike’s impact on their education.

Despite the challenges, some students are engaging in private studies to prepare for end-of-semester exams.

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Meanwhile,  there is a rumor that the next meeting to resolve the strike is scheduled for August 6, 2024.

Students are urging the government to heed the lecturers’ demands and facilitate their return to work, especially since it’s an election year.

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