President John Dramani Mahama has appealed to labor unions to exercise moderation in their wage demands for 2025, assuring them of higher remuneration once the economy stabilizes. This appeal came during a National Tripartite Committee meeting held at the Ministry of Labour, Jobs, and Employment.
The meeting concluded with an agreement on a 10% base pay increase for 2025. This marks the second wage adjustment in less than a year, following a 23% hike in 2024. President Mahama emphasized the importance of patience and collaboration in the ongoing effort to rebuild the nation's economy.
"I’ll just appeal to you that let’s tamper our demands for this year, and once we get out of the woods, we’ll set good targets to bring inflation down so that the cost of everything will come down,” the President stated, highlighting the need for a measured approach to wage increases in the current economic climate.
Demonstrating a commitment to fair wages, President Mahama proposed the establishment of an independent emoluments committee to determine salaries for all workers, including the President himself. This initiative underscores his belief in a transparent and equitable system for salary determination.
He further reassured union leaders: “We’re prepared to walk this journey with you, but let’s reach an agreement on this one so that we’ll use this year as the year of correction. Once the economy moves in the direction we are hoping for, maybe if you suggest 35%, I’ll support you because it will affect my pay too,” Mahama assured.
This statement reinforces his commitment to improving worker compensation once economic conditions improve. The 10% increase, while modest in the context of previous years' adjustments, represents a compromise aimed at balancing the needs of workers with the realities of economic recovery.
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