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Death of Ghana labour leader Isaac Bampoe Addo

Overview

Dr. Isaac Bampoe Addo, the Executive Secretary of the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG), died at the age of 59 on August 21, 2026, at the Lighthouse Hospital in Accra. Known as ‘Marico’, he was a prominent figure in Ghana’s labour movement and served as the Chairman of the Forum of Public Sector Unions.

Following his death, the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) issued a tribute, with Chief Executive Dr. George Smith-Graham describing him as a “formidable voice” in labour relations. The FWSC noted that despite occasional opposing views during negotiations, Bampoe Addo prioritized social dialogue and mutual respect. He was also recognized for his recent involvement in stakeholder discussions regarding the establishment of the Independent Public Emoluments Commission (IPEC).

Entities

Isaac Bampoe Addo · Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana · Accra · Lighthouse Hospital · George Smith-Graham

Timeline

  1. 19 days ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Ghana's FWSC eulogizes late CLOGSAG leader Dr. Isaac Bampoe Addo

    The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission has eulogized the late CLOGSAG Executive Secretary, Dr. Isaac Bampoe Addo, praising his influential role in Ghana’s labour relations and public service.

  2. 21 days ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Isaac Bampoe Addo, CLOGSAG Executive Secretary, dies at 59

    Isaac Bampoe Addo, Executive Secretary of CLOGSAG and Chairman of the Forum of Public Sector Unions, has died at age 59 in Accra following a brief illness.

Sources

adomonline.com · ghanaguardian.com · ghananewss.com · metrotvonline.com · onuaonline.com · theghanareport.com