According to the Association, its members are owed 12 months of unpaid allowances, a situation they say has become untenable. Despite issuing a 14-working-day ultimatum to prompt government action, the group says its concerns have been met with silence.

Speaking to Citi News, the Association’s President, Ebenezer Boateng, expressed frustration over the continued neglect of their plight.

“The minister has not communicated officially to us, which is very sad. This is because they see us now as insignificant in the health sector, in the ministry, as well as to the public,” he lamented.

Boateng confirmed the group’s intention to proceed with the strike if no action is taken.

“On June 2, we are going on a nationwide strike. We do not want to hear any story from them. This has been a consistent problem for about 5 years now. All they give is an assurance, we don’t need that now,” he stated.

The Association says it is left with no choice but to withdraw its services until concrete steps are taken to resolve the payment delays.