Students at Bimbilla College of Education are facing significant challenges as they are forced to leave campus due to the ongoing strike by the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG).
The strike, which began on June 14, 2024, has left students stranded and uncertain about their academic future.
The strike was triggered by the government’s delay in implementing an arbitral award and agreed-upon service conditions. Despite an order from the National Labour Commission to end the strike, CETAG has remained firm in its demands, leading to a complete shutdown of academic and administrative activities at the college.
With no resolution in sight, many students are running low on funds and options. Final-year students are particularly worried that the strike will disrupt their academic calendar and affect their scheduled graduation in September. First-year students also fear that their education could be compromised by the ongoing strike.
In an exclusive interview with Channel One News, students voiced their frustration and concern over the uncertainty of their academic progress. Some have resorted to private study sessions to prepare for upcoming end-of-semester exams, despite the lack of formal instruction.
The next scheduled meeting to address the strike is set for August 6, 2024. Students are urging the government to address CETAG’s grievances promptly and facilitate a resolution, particularly given the significance of the current election year.