The flagbearer of the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), Kofi Akpaloo, has urged Organised Labour to reconsider its planned nationwide strike, set to begin on Thursday, October 10, 2024.
Organised Labour announced the indefinite strike in response to the government’s failure to meet demands for stronger measures against illegal mining, or “galamsey.”
The labour unions have expressed frustration with the government’s approach, calling for a state of emergency, the revocation of L.I. 2462, and military intervention in forest areas and water bodies to curb environmental destruction.
In an interview with Citi News, Mr Akpaloo emphasized that the strike is ill-timed, especially with elections around the corner.
He encouraged labour unions to engage in dialogue with the government rather than resort to drastic measures.
“Leading such actions just two months before an election suggests you want the government to fall,” he stated.
“I aspire to be president, but not by capitalizing on someone’s downfall. I want to lead with a positive mindset, in peace.
“Forget about this strike for now. If the problem persists after the election, we can address it. But rushing into a strike now, only for the government to send in the army without lasting solutions, won’t help. Take the time to sit down and resolve the issue properly,” he added.
Source: Adomonline
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