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They expressed dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs, accusing the government of portraying ATL as stable while the company\u2019s actual condition continues to decline.<\/p>\n<p>ATL has been in the news for some time now, primarily for negative reasons related to its financial health and the sustainability of its operations.<\/p>\n<p>In a statement sighted by Citi News, the workers called on the government to promptly address these issues to alleviate the suffering of the affected workers and ensure ATL\u2019s viability.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p><em><strong>Explore the world of impactful news with CitiNewsroom on WhatsApp!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Click on the link to join the Citi Newsroom channel for curated, meaningful stories tailored just for YOU:\u00a0https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VaCYzPRAYlUPudDDe53x<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>No spams, just the stories that truly matter! #StayInformed #CitiNewsroom #CNRDigital<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Employees at the Akosombo Textile Limited (ATL) have begun a sit-down strike over unpaid salaries and other outstanding allowances dating back to 2021. 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