{
  "id": 18172729,
  "title": "JUSAG strike: Attorney-General Ayine promises to raise staff concerns with Finance Minister",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/jusag-strike-attorney-general-ayine-promises-to-raise-staff-concerns",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-04T19:29:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/jusag-strike-attorney-general-ayine-promises-to-raise-staff-concerns-with-finance-minister/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Attorney-General of Ghana, Dr Dominic Ayine, has pledged to address the concerns of the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) with the Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, as the union's strike continues to halt court proceedings nationwide. Ayine made the promise after meeting with the association's national leadership to understand the reasons behind their decision to stop working. The Attorney-General emphasized that the judicial staff's role in justice delivery is crucial, and as the Minister of Justice, he will ensure their concerns are addressed promptly. On Thursday, Ayine plans to meet with the Finance Minister, with the issues raised by JUSAG being the primary focus. The Attorney-General also reminded the union leaders of his previous efforts, including the passing of C.I. 141, the Judicial Service Terms and Conditions Regulations, 2025, and providing a legal opinion to the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission in support of JUSAG's claims on allowances under those regulations. JUSAG General Secretary Abdulai Yakubu described the meeting as productive and expressed gratitude towards the Attorney-General for demonstrating solidarity with the union. Despite the meeting, the strike is still ongoing, with the union's leadership considering Ayine's appeal to resume work following the outcome of his meeting with the Finance Minister. Both sides hope that the discussions will lead to a swift return to normal court operations and a long-term resolution to the issue. The strike commenced on Monday, November 2, following the association's accusation that the government had not approved and implemented the reviewed 2026 salaries and allowances for its members. JUSAG asserts that its demands are based on Article 149 of the 1992 Constitution and C.I. 141. The union seeks approval of the Judicial Council's 2026 salary review recommendations, as well as the payment of revised pay and arrears from January to October 2026.",
  "summary": "The Attorney-General is stepping into the standoff between judicial staff and the government. Dr Dominic Ayine has promised to take the concerns of the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) to the Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, as the union’s strike keeps courts across the country quiet. He gave the assurance after meeting […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Attorney-General Ayine to raise JUSAG staff concerns with Finance Minister.",
    "JUSAG strike halted court proceedings nationwide since November 2.",
    "Attorney-General plans to meet Finance Minister on Thursday to address issues."
  ],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "3News",
        "title": "I will ensure that your concerns are addressed immediately - Attorney-General assures JUSAG",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/i-will-ensure-that-your-concerns-are-addressed-immediately-attorney",
        "published": "2026-11-04T18:28:49.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "JUSAG strike: AG to engage Finance Minister as talks intensify",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/jusag-strike-ag-to-engage-finance-minister-as-talks-intensify",
        "published": "2026-11-04T19:45:02.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}