The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) has called for a national reset of Ghana's public sector pay system as the country marks May Day 2025, urging stakeholders to rally behind the proposed establishment of an Independent Emoluments Commission.
In a statement issued on April 29, the Commission hailed the resilience and contributions of Ghanaian workers over the years, especially under the Single Spine Pay Policy (SSPP), which has guided public sector remuneration for the past 15 years. "This year's celebration holds particular significance," the FWSC said. "It offers us not only an opportunity to honour the hard work, dedication, and resilience of workers but also a moment of collective reflection and renewal." While recognising the SSPP's achievements, the Commission acknowledged persistent disparities in pay equity and stressed the need for a more transparent, efficient, and constitutionally grounded compensation system.
It described the proposed Independent Emoluments Commission as a "historic step" toward ending fragmented salary negotiations. "The Independent Emoluments Commission will be mandated to determine the salaries and conditions of service for every public sector worker, from the President of the Republic to the least-paid public servant," the statement said.
The FWSC reaffirmed its commitment to inclusiveness, dialogue, and mutual respect in shaping the future of public sector pay.
