The Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Stephen Yakubu, recently received a petition on behalf of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo concerning the ratification of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention 190 on violence and harassment in the workplace in Ghana.
The petition was submitted by the Trades Union Congress (TUC).
During the presentation of the petition, the Minister emphasized that it is unacceptable for anyone to experience harassment or abuse, particularly in a work environment. He highlighted the government’s commitment to the welfare of Ghanaians, pointing to recent initiatives such as a 23 percent increase in the salaries of public sector workers.
Additionally, the Minister stated that the current administration had generated a significant number of job opportunities, backed by scientific data. He urged Ghanaian workers to vote for Alhaji Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia in the upcoming general elections on December 7th to ensure the continuation of the government’s achievements.
Madam Scholastica Tagtir Dery, the Regional Secretary of the TUC, delivered the petition following a demonstration by members on the streets of Bolgatanga. The petition highlighted that a concerning 71.7 percent of respondents in a survey of 20,279 individuals reported experiencing some form of violence or harassment at work, with women accounting for 53 percent and individuals aged 22 to 35 representing 67.9 percent.
The primary objective of ratifying the ILO Convention 190 is to establish safer workplaces for all employees and to combat gender-based violence effectively. Madam Dery emphasized that the implementation and enforcement of the convention are crucial for its success.
She acknowledged the efforts of the government, as well as the Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations, and other stakeholders in advancing the ratification of Convention 190 to ensure a safer and more inclusive work environment in Ghana.
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