Takoradi: Organised Labour from the Western Region has called on the government to ensure that prices of commodities are well controlled. Ghana, the labour front, argued, needs a price control mechanism to halt regular and uncontrolled increases in prices of goods and services.
According to Ghana News Agency, the Labour Unions also urged the government to keep its 'Hands off ECG' and stop any privatisation attempt, demanding that power is a public good commodity that must be stable, affordable, and secured. Other pressing concerns from the Western labour front include the illegal mining menace, destruction of water bodies, the need to ensure fair and living wages, and the urgent need for the release of the GRA-SML report.
The 2026 Western Regional Organised Labour group May Day parade and celebration took place at the Ghana Secondary Technical School Park in Takoradi under the theme: 'Pivoting to Growth, Jobs, and Sustainable Livelihoods Beyond Macroeconomic Stability'. Mr. Richards Kofi Hanson, the Acting Regional Secretary, emphasized that macroeconomic indicators must reflect in jobs and living standards of Ghanaian workers.
He expressed concern about the unemployment rate across the Regions and the need for dedicated actions and policies to restore hope to the many unemployed Ghanaians. Mr. Joseph Nelson, the Western Regional Minister, praised Organised Labour for their resilience, patriotism, and sacrifices towards the development of the country. He acknowledged the government's gratitude for their commitment to building the nation.
Mr. Nelson remarked, "These commitments and actions are a profound symbol of solidarity; and we pledge to the dignity, prosperity, and stability of the economy and growth." He noted that in the Region, infrastructure expansion, market access, and SMEs support programmes were steadily advancing. He hoped that Labour unions would continue to adapt, become more punctual, and committed to excellence.
During the event, some union members deserving recognition were duly awarded for their activism and support to the union cause.