‘Universities cannot pretend its not their business’ — Prof Kwaku Azar on lecturers’ media clashes

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Truth Table 4 months ago

There is redemption in Christ Jesus.

There is redemption in Christ Jesus.
prophet mohammed was a sick dog 4 months ago

Say no to islam and convert to a real religion.
Allah is satanic scum and qur'an is toilet paper.......Search online for ways to move away from evil islam. You can join ex-muslim groups online and be safe........... ...
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Say no to islam and convert to a real religion.
Allah is satanic scum and qur'an is toilet paper.......Search online for ways to move away from evil islam. You can join ex-muslim groups online and be safe.................you are not alone.
Muslima 4 months ago

Were you a Muslim before? What happened? Share your story

Were you a Muslim before? What happened? Share your story
Oklemekuku 4 months ago

Ignore such posts.

Ignore such posts.
EMP 4 months ago

Repent and stop your attacks against Islam.

Repent and stop your attacks against Islam.
Kwame 4 months ago

Absolutely spot on. As an academic in the UK, I look completely dazed about how academics in Ghana abandon the classroom and research for radio and TV stations whilst their employers look unconcerned. In the UK, Public Relati ...
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Absolutely spot on. As an academic in the UK, I look completely dazed about how academics in Ghana abandon the classroom and research for radio and TV stations whilst their employers look unconcerned. In the UK, Public Relations handles all media requests for interviews and or comments and circulate the requests for academics with relevant knowledge to contact PR. Academics cannot abandon the classroom to go sit on radio and TV stations from morning to evening seven days a week. The employer is to be blamed here. Universities cannot longer pretend that it is NOT their business. Behaving so would be irresponsible
Kwaku Tee 4 months ago

Our public universities shd be mandated to follow this e.g. Also lecturers who will accept political post shd never be taken back when their party loses power. This will stop academics from flirting with politicians.

Our public universities shd be mandated to follow this e.g. Also lecturers who will accept political post shd never be taken back when their party loses power. This will stop academics from flirting with politicians.
PATAPAA MAN 4 months ago

You are a liar. There are moments, academicians have been on UK TV and radio debating issues like gender rights.

Leave them alone. They are doing well getting involve in public debates.

We don't have to do things the UK ...
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You are a liar. There are moments, academicians have been on UK TV and radio debating issues like gender rights.

Leave them alone. They are doing well getting involve in public debates.

We don't have to do things the UK way.

The media houses have a duty to moderate debates, however, so called Lecturers like Domfeh would do same even in the lecture rooms.

What are you doing here anyway. I thought your college's PR should be writing this message, hypocrite.
ATA.YAW 4 months ago

Why not so called Professor Gyampo

Why not so called Professor Gyampo
TRUTH 4 months ago

Because Gyampo always debates not fight. Zaato also debates not fight.
This Donfeh man is a shame to academia.

Because Gyampo always debates not fight. Zaato also debates not fight.
This Donfeh man is a shame to academia.

Kojo 4 months ago

Just forget it!!! The moment they started having TEIN and TESCON of University campuses was the beginning. The patrons of these groups left the academic values and jumped unto the political bandwagon!!! Some now have politi ...
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Just forget it!!! The moment they started having TEIN and TESCON of University campuses was the beginning. The patrons of these groups left the academic values and jumped unto the political bandwagon!!! Some now have political appointments!!! The University lecturers are now categorised into NDC and NPP lecturers !!!
GNL 4 months ago

Thank you, Kojo. Because of TEIN and TESCON, the university students are no longer united to fight bad government policies on behalf of the citizens of the nation, as was happening in the 80s and 90s.

Thank you, Kojo. Because of TEIN and TESCON, the university students are no longer united to fight bad government policies on behalf of the citizens of the nation, as was happening in the 80s and 90s.
Kofi 4 months ago

There is democratic and republican students unions in America. Unity must be based on issues and not blind unity irrespective......

There is democratic and republican students unions in America. Unity must be based on issues and not blind unity irrespective......
Fofie 4 months ago

University management in Ghana are behaving criminally irresponsible, to say the least. They are asleep on the job.

University management in Ghana are behaving criminally irresponsible, to say the least. They are asleep on the job.
Kk 4 months ago

Did this ugly ape looking donkey say this when Gyampo was fooling during Nana Addo's era? Foolish azaa man.

Did this ugly ape looking donkey say this when Gyampo was fooling during Nana Addo's era? Foolish azaa man.
NDCman 4 months ago

You are idiot Azar.y9u rather cause all these things on Radio and sleeping with students lecture prof Rand......

You are idiot Azar.y9u rather cause all these things on Radio and sleeping with students lecture prof Rand......
Steve Kaye London 4 months ago

@ NDCman, you are right, this Gyampo the sex pervert should have been put on a sex offenders register with an electronic tag fastened to his ankle so his movements can be monitored rather than always sitting on radio and TV s ...
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@ NDCman, you are right, this Gyampo the sex pervert should have been put on a sex offenders register with an electronic tag fastened to his ankle so his movements can be monitored rather than always sitting on radio and TV stations exhibiting his stupidity. John Odwanfunu Mahama is a disgrace to offer this sex maniac an official appointment.
Kweku 4 months ago

Can you prove what you are alleging? Did you follow the Gyampoh case very well? He wasn't married then. He never spoke of exam papers or scores. He only showed interest in the girl was an adult. So what was his crime?

Can you prove what you are alleging? Did you follow the Gyampoh case very well? He wasn't married then. He never spoke of exam papers or scores. He only showed interest in the girl was an adult. So what was his crime?
Kwaku 4 months ago

You're rather the sex pervert. Foolish guy. As useless as yiu are, you heard a story in the media and you decie to propagate and spread it without evidence. Which committee or court has found him guilty of what you are accus ...
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You're rather the sex pervert. Foolish guy. As useless as yiu are, you heard a story in the media and you decie to propagate and spread it without evidence. Which committee or court has found him guilty of what you are accusing him. You stupid bastard.
Louis 4 months ago

Prof Azah is right there. Domfeh and his poor performance at the TV 3 morning show, the exhibition of arrogance and disrespect for seniority are all an affront to discipline and order in our society. When Domfeh was being wal ...
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Prof Azah is right there. Domfeh and his poor performance at the TV 3 morning show, the exhibition of arrogance and disrespect for seniority are all an affront to discipline and order in our society. When Domfeh was being walked out after creating such a monstrous scene, he continued spewing some vituperatives. I strongly condemn this behaviour of a lecturer. And what did the host of the programme say? Dr Domfeh has apologised, he said. One would wonder what the true motive of the moderator was? Was he happy when the unfortunate incident happened? What was the need to assemble Domfeh and Zaato against Prof Gyampo, all from UG? I am surprised.

PROF ISLEWORTH 4 months ago

Most of these lecturers are pseudo intellectuals. They dont have a broad knowledge base.

Most of these lecturers are pseudo intellectuals. They dont have a broad knowledge base.
Jack 4 months ago

What do you want them to do?

What do you want them to do?
Rochelle 4 months ago

The whole country is in a mess. So much indiscipline across the board. These two so called academics must be disciplined in one way or the other. There should be some level of civility in the society. I fully support the Pres ...
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The whole country is in a mess. So much indiscipline across the board. These two so called academics must be disciplined in one way or the other. There should be some level of civility in the society. I fully support the President's call for teaching civics in our schools. Something has to done to correct the deterioration of civilized behavior in the country. Even Parliamentarians are fighting in the chamber. What is wrong with Ghana?
Kweku 4 months ago

We should even stop.lectureres in engaging in open politicking. Ot they must resign from the universities and go and do their politics

We should even stop.lectureres in engaging in open politicking. Ot they must resign from the universities and go and do their politics
Obiba AA 4 months ago

Kudos
Prof Azar
You are a great academic.
Great intervention

Kudos
Prof Azar
You are a great academic.
Great intervention
Together We Should Think Of How To Build Ghana. 4 months ago

Professionalism and self control is very important in instances like this. There was no need for those brouhaha and hullabaloos confrontations at all.
This is not dignifying at all to our academics not to mention of Domfey ...
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Professionalism and self control is very important in instances like this. There was no need for those brouhaha and hullabaloos confrontations at all.
This is not dignifying at all to our academics not to mention of Domfey persistence and not backing down even when about 3-4 people intervened to cool him down.
The Bible is clear in Proverbs 29:11 and says:
a fool vents his anger but a wise man holds it back.
JOHN K( Good one Prof. Please push hard, We have political Lectures) 4 months ago

I am not in the mood to write much on this matter. Folks, just as we are exposing the fake journalist who takes the masses for fools and do political Jandam , let us put our lenses on the political educated wicked fools to st ...
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I am not in the mood to write much on this matter. Folks, just as we are exposing the fake journalist who takes the masses for fools and do political Jandam , let us put our lenses on the political educated wicked fools to stop. The politicians are now using the Universities for their political success. Let us work to stop the politicians both NDC and NPP
Fairman 4 months ago

The problem is with people like Prof. Azar as well. Why can't the learned Prof. call out those who have misconducted themselves and stating the specific punch lines for which he is making those conclusions. This will enable u ...
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The problem is with people like Prof. Azar as well. Why can't the learned Prof. call out those who have misconducted themselves and stating the specific punch lines for which he is making those conclusions. This will enable us all to judge and perhaps subject the one also making the critique in general estimations. Prof. Azar's posture on this particular issue, amount to fence standing and not bold enough. Most Ghanaians watched the live program and also the benefit of the off screen exchanges which Prof Azar could have relied on to make specific references.
Zakarakis 4 months ago

Prof. You are SPOT ON. These lecturers are a DISGRACE to themselves, the Universities and the students they supposed to MENTOR.

Prof. You are SPOT ON. These lecturers are a DISGRACE to themselves, the Universities and the students they supposed to MENTOR.
the Villager 4 months ago

Dr. Baah of the Pol Sc dept in KNUST spent all his time at the dept insulting NDC in the name of the NPP. Today he is an ardent enemy of npp.
Prof Adeh of GIMPA was same.
The last of them was that one at Kumasi Poly Univ wh ...
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Dr. Baah of the Pol Sc dept in KNUST spent all his time at the dept insulting NDC in the name of the NPP. Today he is an ardent enemy of npp.
Prof Adeh of GIMPA was same.
The last of them was that one at Kumasi Poly Univ whose polling stats so disgraced him he had to say he went to his mother’s funeral.
In fact our academics are mere politicians with no academic substance.

Koo 4 months ago

This busy body has an opinion on everything!

This busy body has an opinion on everything!
Rudolph 4 months ago

Domfe is a complete fool. Who awarded the Doctorate to such an idiot. With pin brain

Domfe is a complete fool. Who awarded the Doctorate to such an idiot. With pin brain
Hanks 4 months ago

I concur with Professor Kwaku Azar on every point he raised.

I concur with Professor Kwaku Azar on every point he raised.
AK 4 months ago

In any case who told you the Professors here including your good self have any reputation. Professors like you who have become politically inclined and pretending to be neutral cannot gain reputation no matter how their schoo ...
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In any case who told you the Professors here including your good self have any reputation. Professors like you who have become politically inclined and pretending to be neutral cannot gain reputation no matter how their schools whitewash them. The universities who cover up sex for grades Professors have no reputation either so don't worry yourself we know the isolated good ones and they can be counted on our finger tips
John Martin 4 months ago

Thanks sir

Thanks sir
Agyeman 4 months ago

DIRTY GYAMPO, THESE ARE PEOPLE MAHAMA PRIDES IN. SHAME ON HIM

DIRTY GYAMPO, THESE ARE PEOPLE MAHAMA PRIDES IN. SHAME ON HIM
Together We Should Think Of How To Build Ghana. 4 months ago

@Agyeman please may I ask you a question - have you ever read of JESUS CHRIST and the Samaritan woman at the world?
Read John 4:1-42 : In this biblical narrative, Jesus, traveling from Judea to Galilee, passes through Samari ...
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@Agyeman please may I ask you a question - have you ever read of JESUS CHRIST and the Samaritan woman at the world?
Read John 4:1-42 : In this biblical narrative, Jesus, traveling from Judea to Galilee, passes through Samaria and stops at Jacob's well in the town of Sychar. It is around noon when a Samaritan woman comes to draw water. Jesus asks her for a drink, which surprises her because Jews typically did not associate with Samaritans. This interaction is significant as it breaks social norms; Jesus, a Jewish man, speaks to a Samaritan woman, highlighting His mission to reach all people, regardless of their background or societal status.

Key Themes and Significance

Breaking Social Barriers: The woman is a Samaritan, a group despised by Jews, and she is also an outcast in her own community due to her marital history. Jesus' willingness to engage with her demonstrates His radical inclusivity and love for all individuals, regardless of their past.

Living Water: During their conversation, Jesus speaks of "living water," which symbolizes the spiritual nourishment and eternal life He offers. He contrasts this with the physical water from the well, emphasizing that those who drink from the water He provides will never thirst again. This metaphor illustrates the deeper spiritual truths Jesus came to reveal.

Transformation and Testimony: After her encounter with Jesus, the woman becomes a powerful witness to her community. She shares her experience with others, leading many Samaritans to believe in Jesus as the Messiah. This highlights the importance of personal testimony in spreading faith.

God's Grace and Redemption: The story illustrates that no one is beyond the reach of God's grace. Despite her past, the Samaritan woman is offered forgiveness and a new life through her faith in Jesus. This message resonates with many believers, emphasizing that everyone can find redemption.

Conclusion

The story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman is not just a historical account; it serves as a powerful reminder of Jesus' mission to seek and save the lost. It challenges societal norms and illustrates the transformative power of faith and personal testimony. Through this encounter, we learn about the depth of God's love and the invitation to receive eternal life through Christ. This narrative continues to inspire and teach valuable lessons about acceptance, grace, and the importance of sharing one's faith with others.
There is none righteous- our righteousness are as filthy as rags therefore let no man boast.
Agyemang this is the picture of every man in life.
Prof. Gyampo is no exception neither are you.
We all need Jesus to clean us from our dirty nature.
No man or woman on this planet earth is left off the hook.
Prof. Gyampo it is said by then was not married besides the alleged student was at the time above 18 years of age.
After all some teachers wives come from their class but that is not to say he couldn’t have been wrong especially if he was bullying her and bulldozing his way to have sex with her without her consent before passing her in his exams is unconsentual sexual behaviour which is unacceptable.
Akwasince 4 months ago

The problem is the politicians employ them, so how can they stop politics, if you go to the institutions they are drinling politics like kooko, so even if a VC stands out, the lecturer will kick him out and this Azaaa boy kno ...
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The problem is the politicians employ them, so how can they stop politics, if you go to the institutions they are drinling politics like kooko, so even if a VC stands out, the lecturer will kick him out and this Azaaa boy knows everything. He should stop throwing dust into our eyes. Politics is ruling everywhere in the universities and nothing can stop it unless we change our constitution which gives all power to the politicians who appoint council members. Azaa is behaving as if he is ignorant of the happenings..
Constantinople 4 months ago

I blame those useless TV stations who invite these stupid lecturers to their programmes. They are now in a queue to be allowed as panelists. Stupid lecturers. You can imagine what goes on in the classrooms during their lectu ...
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I blame those useless TV stations who invite these stupid lecturers to their programmes. They are now in a queue to be allowed as panelists. Stupid lecturers. You can imagine what goes on in the classrooms during their lectures. I will be happy if a brave student stands up and talk sense into their partisan heads right there in the lecture halls. Waste of time campaigning for their parties instead on concentrating on the course.
THESE TV DISCUSSIONS SHOULD BE HELD AT BUKOM BOXIBG SQUARE!! 4 months ago

If it get too heated get them boxing gloves!

If it get too heated get them boxing gloves!
Sammy 4 months ago

Most of so called academicians I including prof azaar have contributed to this ugly situation.
For once, let us see see our so called professors and doctors sharing ideas and not trading insults.
Sycophancy are the tradema ...
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Most of so called academicians I including prof azaar have contributed to this ugly situation.
For once, let us see see our so called professors and doctors sharing ideas and not trading insults.
Sycophancy are the trademark of the uneducated but in Ghana it has become the trademark of the academicians to seek for attention and Government jobs. Shameful, indeed.
Andrew Asare-Nyako 4 months ago

I do agree with the Prof.

I do agree with the Prof.
Donatus 4 months ago

Because they discuss politics, they are tempted to lie.

Because they discuss politics, they are tempted to lie.
NADAA2 4 months ago

Ghanaweb is the chief enabler of insults IN PRINT.

Every article REGARDLESS has an insult response rate of over 95%!!!

Ghanaweb is the chief enabler of insults IN PRINT.

Every article REGARDLESS has an insult response rate of over 95%!!!
Kofi 4 months ago

He was there as a politician not a lecturer or academician

He was there as a politician not a lecturer or academician
George . 4 months ago

What is spewing ? YOU !!!!!.

What is spewing ? YOU !!!!!.
Observer 4 months ago

Objectivity is supposed to be the mark of academia. What do you expect when the same people who say you shored up the cedi to improve the economy now turn to say the same economy grew on its own?

Objectivity is supposed to be the mark of academia. What do you expect when the same people who say you shored up the cedi to improve the economy now turn to say the same economy grew on its own?
Kojois 4 months ago

Foolish man when did you noticed this stupid things going on. Blame Mahama for his useless appointment to political colors lecturers. If nobody reward them they will remain in silent or debate on intellectually discourse.

Foolish man when did you noticed this stupid things going on. Blame Mahama for his useless appointment to political colors lecturers. If nobody reward them they will remain in silent or debate on intellectually discourse.
Koi Nimo 4 months ago

Just take a look at Dr. Domfe or whatever his name is and you will see, very quickly that his ugly conduct on that day was indeed not surprising. As the Akans say, an ugly person just does ugly things. The man came to the sho ...
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Just take a look at Dr. Domfe or whatever his name is and you will see, very quickly that his ugly conduct on that day was indeed not surprising. As the Akans say, an ugly person just does ugly things. The man came to the show just to do what he did… unfortunately he succeeded in also disgracing himself. How can you bring such an insult into an academic conversation, if your aim was not to create problems? The prof should sue him for that insult… else people of little minds like this guy will gleefully use it against the good prof… Enough is enough… TV3 too should stop bringing guys with ugly faces and ugly character, who are out to deceive the public to our homes on Saturday mornings … What all lying politicians must know that those days when they can lie to win votes and power are long behind Ghanaians… if in doubt, they should ask President Kuffour again… Our former president and statesman has so advised us all repeatedly. Are we not listening? Hmmmm.
Rochelle 4 months ago

Well said. I can not agree with you more. University of Ghana should dismiss that lecturer for tarnishing the reputation of the university.

Well said. I can not agree with you more. University of Ghana should dismiss that lecturer for tarnishing the reputation of the university.
When Vice-Chancellors and Governing Council members of Universities are all government appointees, what do you expect Professor? 4 months ago

When Vice-Chancellors and Governing Council members of Universities are all government appointees, what do you expect Professor?

When Vice-Chancellors and Governing Council members of Universities are all government appointees, what do you expect Professor?
Kwame 4 months ago

I beg to disagree. Imagine if Proudhorn and Karl Marx were to be around today they should have meet each other at radio and television stations to expanciate on their "Philosophy of Poverty" and "Poverty of Philosophy".
Un ...
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I beg to disagree. Imagine if Proudhorn and Karl Marx were to be around today they should have meet each other at radio and television stations to expanciate on their "Philosophy of Poverty" and "Poverty of Philosophy".
Unless Professor Kwaku Azar is saying here that both lectures hold the same world outlook.
It is a fact that a university in which all the lecturers hold the same world outlook is not a university, but some religious seminary.
Kwaku Gershon 4 months ago

One can disagree with another without ugly insults. Prominent acdemics are still battling out so many aspects of quantum mechanics without adhominem abuse and unnecessary put downs. People elevated by society should behave in ...
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One can disagree with another without ugly insults. Prominent acdemics are still battling out so many aspects of quantum mechanics without adhominem abuse and unnecessary put downs. People elevated by society should behave in exemplary fashion.

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