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Visualizing Our Collective Power
Held 18th August, 2026
The Metro Mass Senior Staff Divisional Election was successfully held on 18th August, 2026, with members coming together to elect their new divisional executives.
Elected Officers:
- Brother Anthony Appiah — Chairman
- Brother Richard Kofi Nti — Vice Chairman
- Brother Abeka Kwadjo William — Secretary
- Brother Abdul Mumin Mohammed — Assistant Secretary
- Brother Simon Quainoo — Trustee
Divisional Women Executives:
- Sister Josephine Annan — Chairperson
- Sister Victoria Ama Okyere — Vice Chairperson
- Sister Sylvia Abasey — Secretary
- Sister Mahamudu Bintu — Assistant Secretary
- Sister Juliette Yeboah — Trustee
The General Secretary and Deputy General Secretary encouraged the newly elected executives to work together in unity and commitment to promote the interests and welfare of members. The Union congratulates all the elected officers and wishes them a successful tenure in office.
— GTPCWU of TUC
Hall of TUC, Accra — 5th August, 2026
GTPCWU of TUC Ghana, in collaboration with FES Ghana, organised a one-day workshop on ILO Convention No. 193 on “Decent Work in the Platform Economy” for the leadership of fourteen platform economy workers' groups at the Hall of TUC on 5th August, 2026.
In June 2026, a historic victory was achieved for platform workers around the world with the adoption of ILO Convention No. 193 (C193) on Decent Work in the Platform Economy — the world's first binding international labour standard for platform work. Convention No. 193 provides app-hailing drivers and courier riders across the world with a powerful new tool, but its impact will depend on how effectively trade unions organise and campaign for its ratification and implementation.
Selected leaders from Accra, Cape Coast and Kumasi were sensitized on ILO Convention 193. Dr Anthony Yaw Baah, Executive Director of the Kaizen Institute for Labour Economics and immediate past Secretary-General of TUC Ghana, was the resource person. He briefed participants on the key outcomes of the 2026 International Labour Conference negotiations and explained what Convention No. 193 means for transport workers and trade unions.
— GTPCWU & FES Ghana
9th of July 2026, after almost a decade
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After the struggle to save TOR by the GTPCWU of TUC when it was nearly sold, the fruit of it is the results we are witnessing. Good leadership is in place at TOR, with a commitment from the General Transport, Petroleum and Chemical Workers Union of TUC. The journey of revamping TOR, resulting in better conditions of service for the workers, has just begun……
— GTPCWU of TUC 🤝✊
National Executive Council members convene for the 73rd Regular NEC Meeting, reviewing the Union's ongoing programmes and charting the path ahead for members across every sector.
Held at the Akroma Plaza, Takoradi
Held at the Crystal Palms Hotel, Tesano
GTPCWU and TUC delegates at the just-ended ILC in Geneva
Our Foundation
United for a Stronger Tomorrow
Fair Representation
We ensure every member has a voice at the bargaining table, fighting for equitable contracts and workplace justice.
Workplace Safety
Advocating for the highest safety standards and providing training to protect our members on the job, every day.
Skill Development
Offering continuous professional development and apprenticeship programs to keep your career moving forward.
Our Legacy
Who We Are: A History of Unity
Explore the rich and pivotal history of the General Transport, Petroleum and Chemical Workers Union (GTPCWU).
Our Leadership
The Executive Team
Meet the dedicated officers currently serving the General Transport, Petroleum and Chemical Workers Union — 2024–2028 Term.
Current National Officers (2024 – 2028 Term)
Bro. Bernard Owusu
National Chairman
BOST1st Nat. Vice Chairman
1st Vice Chair
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Sis. Vester Owusu-Peprah
2nd Nat. Vice Chairperson
DVLA
Bro. Fuseini Iddrisu
General Secretary
GTPCWU
Bro. Francis M.K. Sallah
Deputy General Secretary
GTPCWU
Sis. Anna Wilson
1st National Trustee
MMT
Sis. Belinda Kyei-Nimako
2nd National Trustee
TORPast National Officers of the Union
Sourced from the official "History of GTPCWU" record. Each term lists the Union's legal name at the time and a footnote of relevant context.
2024 – 2028 Term
National Officers & Committees
The full list of elected and appointed officers serving the GTPCWU.
Elected National Officers
| # | Name | Position | Organisation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bro. Bernard Owusu | National Chairman | BOST |
| 2 | Sis. Vester Owusu-Peprah | 2nd Nat. Vice Chairperson | DVLA |
| 3 | Bro. Fuseini Iddrisu | General Secretary | GTPCWU |
| 4 | Bro. Francis M. K. Sallah | Deputy General Secretary | GTPCWU |
| 5 | Sis. Anna Wilson | 1st National Trustee | MMT |
| 6 | Sis. Belinda Kyei-Nimako | 2nd National Trustee | TOR |
Who We Represent
Sectors We Cover
GTPCWU organises members across three broad industry sectors, reflecting the Union's growth from its founding transport roots into petroleum, chemicals, and allied trades.
Petroleum and Chemicals
Covers workers across Ghana's downstream and midstream petroleum industry as well as industrial chemical processing and manufacturing. Member companies include the Ghana Oil Company (GOIL), Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST), Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), Shell, Mobil, Total, Texaco, and Union Carbide.
It is this sector that gave the Union its full name — at the 2nd Quadrennial Delegates' Conference in 1978, delegates voted to add the word "Chemical" to the Union's title, creating the General Transport, Petroleum and Chemical Workers' Union as it is known today.
Transport and Logistics
The Union's founding sector, tracing back to the Post, Transport and Maritime Workers' Union of the 1940s. Covers public, freight, and air transport, plus logistics and haulage support. Member companies include the State Transport Corporation (STC), Ghana Airways / GhanAir, Metro Mass Transit (MMT), and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA).
The STC Division has played a defining role in the Union's history, including its 1972 breakaway attempt that led to the dissolution and reorganisation of the National Executive Committee.
Allied
Brings together allied and affiliate workplaces that fall outside the transport or petrochemical sectors but share the Union's collective bargaining umbrella — including pharmaceutical and other associated industrial companies such as GIHOC Pharmaceutical.
This sector reflects the Union's growth beyond its original transport mandate to serve Junior, Senior and Managerial staff across a broader range of industries.
Member Value
Benefits of Being a Member
Higher Wages & Pension
Unionized workers consistently earn higher wages and secure better retirement plans through collective bargaining.
- ✓ Negotiated annual wage increases
- ✓ Employer-matched pension contributions
Comprehensive Healthcare
Access to affordable, high-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
- ✓ Low-to-no-cost premiums
- ✓ Prescription drug coverage
Legal Protection
Representation and legal aid in disputes, ensuring fair disciplinary procedures and job security.
- ✓ Grievance procedure enforcement
- ✓ Expert legal defense
Training & Development
Access to exclusive, high-demand skills training and federally recognized apprenticeship programs.
- ✓ Annual skill upgrade subsidies
- ✓ Industry certification support
Investing in our Future
Key Union Projects & Initiatives
The Welfare Fund Initiative
Providing financial assistance for medical emergencies, funeral expenses, and educational support to members and their immediate families.
Learn More →Skill Upgrade & Training
A permanent program offering subsidized training and certification in new technologies to keep our members competitive in a changing economy.
Explore Programs →Affordable Housing Initiative
Providing decent housing solutions to members and their families. This investment builds solidarity, fosters security, and ensures access to modern living spaces.
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News & Events
Negotiation · Oct 20, 2026
Historic New Contract Ratified by 95% of Members
Members celebrate a new four-year agreement featuring a 15% wage increase and improved pension benefits.
Education · Sep 12, 2026
Registration Open for Fall Safety Certification Workshop
Sign up now for our free, OSHA-certified workplace safety training session next month.
Community · Jan 5, 2026
Annual Holiday Toy and Food Drive Success
Thanks to the generosity of our members, we raised over $20,000 for local families in need.
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National Headquarters
Greater Accra
Hall of Trades Union, TUC, Next to Accra City Hotel, Accra
P.O. Box 18820, Accra-Ghana, West Africa
Regional Office
Western Zone
First Floor, National Lotteries Authority Building, Opposite Market Circle Melcom
Regional Office
Northern Zone (Kumasi)
Ground floor, Kwame Antwi Building (Mbrom), Opposite St Louis Teacher Training College, Kumasi