# Death of Ghana labour leader Isaac Bampoe Addo

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-ghana-labour-leader-isaac-bampoe-addo
> Updated: 2026-08-23T18:56:41.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

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).

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: 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.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ghanas-fwsc-eulogizes-late-clogsag-leader-dr-isaac-bampoe-addo

### 2026-08-21: 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.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/isaac-bampoe-addo-clogsag-executive-secretary-dies-at-59

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