Over 150 staff members of Ghana’s Ministry of Local Government are demanding immediate payment of their salaries, which have been withheld for an astonishing 17 months despite payroll records indicating otherwise.
The affected employees, stationed across all 16 regions, say their pay slips consistently reflect that their salaries have been processed.
Yet, no corresponding deposits have been made into their bank accounts—a situation that has plunged many into severe financial hardship.
“This is not just a delay—it’s a denial,” one worker lamented. “We have responsibilities, families, and bills. Seventeen months without pay is unacceptable.”
The aggrieved workers have taken formal action, submitting a petition on Monday, April 8, to several key bodies including the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG), the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, and the Ministry of Labour, Jobs, and Employment.
In the petition, the staff are urging an immediate investigation into the salary inconsistencies and demanding a clear explanation for the ongoing mismatch between their pay slips and actual bank statements.
They emphasized that the prolonged non-payment has eroded trust in the system and is undermining their ability to carry out their duties.
“This affects our morale and efficiency. We need swift action—not promises,” the petition stated.
As of now, no official response has been issued by any of the ministries addressed. However, the staff remain hopeful that their unified voice will compel authorities to act swiftly and restore financial stability to their lives.
The unresolved issue underscores broader concerns about transparency and accountability within the local government’s payroll system.
Many fear that without urgent intervention, the crisis could further destabilize public service delivery in communities nationwide.
