Bokor I am clad you said you will return. Frankly you need to discuss specifically what should be done to achieve the desired goal and more importantly, what should not be done in order not to derail any progress
Bokor I am clad you said you will return. Frankly you need to discuss specifically what should be done to achieve the desired goal and more importantly, what should not be done in order not to derail any progress
Ken Ntiamoa 10 years ago
Thanks Doc. We are waiting for your return.
Thanks Doc. We are waiting for your return.
Prudence 10 years ago
Dr? smh
Dr? smh
Dr. SAS, Attorney at Law 10 years ago
You have got to improve your paragraphing; it is getting worse with all these one-sentence paragraphs....Begin by organizing your thoughts into sub-topics before you set pen to paper. Also, pack novel ideas and avoid banal li ... read full comment
You have got to improve your paragraphing; it is getting worse with all these one-sentence paragraphs....Begin by organizing your thoughts into sub-topics before you set pen to paper. Also, pack novel ideas and avoid banal linguistics and commonplace perorations. Komla deserves more than this insipid tribute.
You forget that you are the only person on this site with a Ph.D in English.
Kwesi 10 years ago
Bokor shouldn't have written this piece in the first place. It does no credit to either Komla or Bokor himself. It says absolutely nothing worthy or new. When so much has been written about the death of a man, any additional ... read full comment
Bokor shouldn't have written this piece in the first place. It does no credit to either Komla or Bokor himself. It says absolutely nothing worthy or new. When so much has been written about the death of a man, any additional writing on the same topic should be refreshingly new. Bokor hasn't achieved that in this "insipid" and tepid piece.
PhD in English? It's no guarantee of good writing. The very best practitioners of the language don't have a PhD in it (or in anything else) including even Dr. Samuel Johnson himself. But I thought Bokor's PhD was in communication. Btw, have you read his novel?
Michael J.K. Bokor, Ph.D. 10 years ago
Over the past four years or so, I haven't really made it a point to respond to comments passed by readers of my opinion pieces. even though I read most of those comments and learn from them.
I have said several times that ... read full comment
Over the past four years or so, I haven't really made it a point to respond to comments passed by readers of my opinion pieces. even though I read most of those comments and learn from them.
I have said several times that I have a tough skin to soak up all the pressure from those who condemn me for all that I represent and stand for.
This man calling himself Dr. SAS (Samuel Adjei Sarfo), Attorney at Law living in Austin, Texas, has made it his bounden duty to take me on.
He has boldly told the whole world that he was responsible for teaching me English at the University of Cape Coast and associated himself with my very good friend, Philip Gborsong (who was a Teaching Assistant at the time that I attended the UCC) and di his work as required by the terms under whixch he was engaged to do his masters programme in English.
I know those in the English Department who taught me but not this Samuel Adjei Sarfool!!
And for him to come here to say that he regretted ever making me what I am today really annoys me.
Honestly, I can't ever remember anybody called Samuel Adjei Sarfo as one of those who taught me English. I regard his boasts as empty and will take him on at the appropriate time.
Now, let me cut him short on his self-appointed role as he has indicated in this post regarding paragraphing. I don't intend to waste time on such characters with the minds of troglodytes and useless pedants who don't even know what paragraphing entails.
I will continue to write as my chosen style dictates and not pander to the nonsense that someone like this pompous Samuel Adjei Sarfo has suggested.
Paragraphing doesn't have any strict rule for as long as the writer knows how to navigate the terrain.
Does this Samuel Adjei Sarfo ever pause to read his own texts (at least, I have read all that he has churned out here but found it not worth my bother to do any stylistic analysis of).
Such pompous people don't turn my crank. I will continue to write in my chosen style, which is nothing but a representation of individuality. probably, this Samuel Adjei Sarfo will benefit for my graduate-level course on "The Writer and Style".
Michael J.K. Bokor, Ph.D. 10 years ago
Of course, in my haste to respond to this Dr. SAS, I slipped in some areas, especially the typographical errors and the part of the last paragraph that should have read "Probably, probably, this Samuel Adjei Sarfo will benefi ... read full comment
Of course, in my haste to respond to this Dr. SAS, I slipped in some areas, especially the typographical errors and the part of the last paragraph that should have read "Probably, probably, this Samuel Adjei Sarfo will benefit from my graduate-level course on "The Writer and Style".
Such is the case.
Armah 10 years ago
Once you start responding to your critics with insults we might be forced to put you in the same category with the Akyem lunatic Okoampa. You dont need to do this sir.
Thanks
Once you start responding to your critics with insults we might be forced to put you in the same category with the Akyem lunatic Okoampa. You dont need to do this sir.
Thanks
Michael J.K. Bokor, Ph.D. 10 years ago
Thanks, my brother, Armah. Your advice is well taken; and I am out of here for now.
Thanks, my brother, Armah. Your advice is well taken; and I am out of here for now.
Mame Wata 10 years ago
Don't sweat over this. Writing is like DNA or fingerprint. It's unque to individuals.
Moreover, Ghanaweb is not a place to dispay the sophistication (or academic writing) of your writings. You write for the average Ghanawe ... read full comment
Don't sweat over this. Writing is like DNA or fingerprint. It's unque to individuals.
Moreover, Ghanaweb is not a place to dispay the sophistication (or academic writing) of your writings. You write for the average Ghanaweb reader which is itself good for all of us.
Finally, those of us who love you and appreciate your writing will continue to read you nonetheless, as always.
Keep up the good work and continue to educate us.
GOOD CITIZEN 10 years ago
Although it's a very painful, annoying experience, that some faceless, stupid person will constantly malign you in that manner for no reason, just take it easy. Understand that such wicked nonenties exis in this world. People ... read full comment
Although it's a very painful, annoying experience, that some faceless, stupid person will constantly malign you in that manner for no reason, just take it easy. Understand that such wicked nonenties exis in this world. People with good intentions or special talents have not been spared by these morbid, schizophrenic, smelly big-mouths. Brave yourself up for this kind of thing, sometimes happening out of sheer malice, envy, jealousy and/or hatred. These crazy fellows normally go under the guise of some cooked up names, not their real names, so you can't know their true identity. Develop shock absorbers, for this can't frustrate your efforts. If you're not careful in handling the situation, you would rather end up denting your image through the things you would be forced to say in response to some of these comments. Many are they who very sincerely respect, admire and cherish you for the brilliance with which you attach to your articles. Don't give him the chance to think that his actions are getting a better part of you. Let this Samuel Adjei Sarfo, or whatever his name is, go on with his mischief. In this world, whatever goes up certainly comes down. If I were you, I would never say a word in response to any comment, good or bad.
Dr. SAS, Attorner at Law 10 years ago
Why don't you ask Rev. Dr. Gborsong about me if you are suffering from amnesia?
Then return here to confess to the whole world that Dr. Gborsong and I taught you English at the University of Cape Coast. In case you don't ... read full comment
Why don't you ask Rev. Dr. Gborsong about me if you are suffering from amnesia?
Then return here to confess to the whole world that Dr. Gborsong and I taught you English at the University of Cape Coast. In case you don't remember, he and I shared the same office.
And to say that paragraphing has no rules?! Tweaa Kai! You are not my coequal.
Dr. SAS, Attorner at Law 10 years ago
I am giving you 24 hours to do your research and come back here to apologize and to massage my ego as your former teacher. Thereafter, I will post Dr. Gborsong's email address here for whoever is in doubt to confirm my claim. ... read full comment
I am giving you 24 hours to do your research and come back here to apologize and to massage my ego as your former teacher. Thereafter, I will post Dr. Gborsong's email address here for whoever is in doubt to confirm my claim. Instead of accepting correction, you are all over the place spewing gratuitous insults.
You think I am stupid to come here to tell a lie?
Bokor steps ahead 10 years ago
SO THE WHOLE WORLD SHOULD KNOW THAT ITS YOU WHO THOUGHT HIM ENGLISH? IS HE STILL IN YOUR CLASSROOM? OR JUST TO PULL HIM DOWN?
SO THE WHOLE WORLD SHOULD KNOW THAT ITS YOU WHO THOUGHT HIM ENGLISH? IS HE STILL IN YOUR CLASSROOM? OR JUST TO PULL HIM DOWN?
Akadu Mensema 10 years ago
Dokita SAS, so what are the rules of paragraphing! Rules or rudiments?
Dokita SAS, so what are the rules of paragraphing! Rules or rudiments?
mky 10 years ago
Bokor, it is obvious that SAS does not know the purpose behind writing one sentence paragraphs......one sentence paragraphs are remarkable for their clarity and brevity.....it is a style of writing non-journalists don't know. ... read full comment
Bokor, it is obvious that SAS does not know the purpose behind writing one sentence paragraphs......one sentence paragraphs are remarkable for their clarity and brevity.....it is a style of writing non-journalists don't know....he SAS should go read US News and World Report....will he fault the reporters at the newspaper for generally adhering to this style of writing.......what is wrong with some folks?
Akadu Mensema 10 years ago
Dr. SAS used to ridicule those of us who superior PhD until he went for one in backyard university. Then again, Bokor, you have never been a good writer and your ideas are very ordinary.
Dr. SAS used to ridicule those of us who superior PhD until he went for one in backyard university. Then again, Bokor, you have never been a good writer and your ideas are very ordinary.
mky 10 years ago
SAS, what exactly is your problem with one sentence paragraphs?
They surely have their purpose and that is, to emphasize a point....one sentence paragraph is brevity at its best and it is a style of writing that apparentl ... read full comment
SAS, what exactly is your problem with one sentence paragraphs?
They surely have their purpose and that is, to emphasize a point....one sentence paragraph is brevity at its best and it is a style of writing that apparently you know nothing of....reserve your vitriol for some other time....
NAKED 10 years ago
Asante kingdom have a lot of money and Gold and other natural resources but many Asante people are living in abject poverty why should it happen in that way with money and resources but still poor? the reason been that since ... read full comment
Asante kingdom have a lot of money and Gold and other natural resources but many Asante people are living in abject poverty why should it happen in that way with money and resources but still poor? the reason been that since 1902 up to date the Asante people never had a good leader to lead them, all of them are selfish and greedy cum politics that is why Asante region is in the ditch like that.Look at the Adansi where they extract the gold is like ghetto, from New Edubiase, Obuasi, Adansi Akrokerri, Fomena, DOmpoase etc all these towns are like ghetto's our kings are so corrupt from their hair to their toes all what you can see is corruption.
Compare and contrast Johannesburg of South Africa and Obuasi and judge for yourself. Am incline to believe that BLACK PEOPLE ARE NOT HUMAN IS TRUE, our live is like a VULTURE, we always prefer rotten things to the real ones that is how VULTURES look like the same thing apply to us. And the most painful thing is that the AGA scholarship allotted for the Adansi's they never give to the real Adansi's, they only give to the aliens. How can an alien who did not hail from Adansi benefit AGA scholarship which is allotted for the those who comes from the Adansi Area? My Adansi people the time has come, let come together to demand an accountability from our kings including OSEI TUTU II.
NAKED will be back.
Follow me if you can but put all the burdens behind.
jijk 10 years ago
IS THIS THE BEST THE EWE'S CAN PRODUCE? I CONDOLE THE FAMILY AND MAY KOMLA REST IN PERFECT PEACE BUT I AM GETTING TIRED OF READING ABOUT HIS PASSING EVERYWHERE YOU TURN. LET THE GUY'S SOUL TO REST IN PEACE.
IS THIS THE BEST THE EWE'S CAN PRODUCE? I CONDOLE THE FAMILY AND MAY KOMLA REST IN PERFECT PEACE BUT I AM GETTING TIRED OF READING ABOUT HIS PASSING EVERYWHERE YOU TURN. LET THE GUY'S SOUL TO REST IN PEACE.
ELINAM 10 years ago
There were many news articles that I refused to read earlier today. "70% of Mahama's speech is from 2013" by a guy who comments on everythig including flying roaches, "There is financial crises in Ghana" -MP, "Konadu will be ... read full comment
There were many news articles that I refused to read earlier today. "70% of Mahama's speech is from 2013" by a guy who comments on everythig including flying roaches, "There is financial crises in Ghana" -MP, "Konadu will be president 2016"-NDP, and many more.
I refused to read them 'cos I already knew what's in there so no need.
You could also do the same if you see something that's gonna sound redundant to you.
Kwesi 10 years ago
But, Elinam, isn't this thing over Komla Dumor becoming too much? So much has been written about him, and Bokor's piece says nothing new. Even if you don't have to read it, you'll see the topic and say, oh not again. Then you ... read full comment
But, Elinam, isn't this thing over Komla Dumor becoming too much? So much has been written about him, and Bokor's piece says nothing new. Even if you don't have to read it, you'll see the topic and say, oh not again. Then you want to read it and it's people saying the same things over again - like Bokor! Haba!
I hear Komla was good even when he was with joyfm in Accra. Do you think we'll be making all this thing about him if he had remained at Joy? Surely we'd be mourning him in Ghana also but not this much.
Elinam, pls put your Eweness aside and consider it without so much passion. Komla Dumor is Ewe, and it says something if Ewes like Bokor continue to make so much noise about him. Bokor should've written about him immediately he died not now when so much has already been said about him and he (Bokor) comes again and says nothing new!
Kwablagah Awudi 10 years ago
The message is clear that when Komla Dumor died, he won't be wished away all too soon. He is one Ghanaian journalist who has had a huge impact on the world and whose professional work can't be thrown away all too soon.
Wha ... read full comment
The message is clear that when Komla Dumor died, he won't be wished away all too soon. He is one Ghanaian journalist who has had a huge impact on the world and whose professional work can't be thrown away all too soon.
What is wrong about exploring his life and work as Bokor has done? You are too narrow-minded to appreciate the depth of issues raised by all those commenting on Komla Dumor's life, works, and death!!
Kwesi 10 years ago
What new thing have you said? Where have you added depth to understanding his life? What have you said that has not already been said by many others?
What new thing have you said? Where have you added depth to understanding his life? What have you said that has not already been said by many others?
Maria Saltson 10 years ago
Kwesi I am very sure you would have been singing Komla Dumor's praise till eternity if he was called Kwabena Dwomoh(pure).
Kwesi I am very sure you would have been singing Komla Dumor's praise till eternity if he was called Kwabena Dwomoh(pure).
Kwesi 10 years ago
Maria, if you had read my response to Elinam carefully and between the lines, especially the last paragraph, it might have occurred to you that this is an Ewe talking to a fellow Ewe. I am as Ewe as Elinam (going by the name) ... read full comment
Maria, if you had read my response to Elinam carefully and between the lines, especially the last paragraph, it might have occurred to you that this is an Ewe talking to a fellow Ewe. I am as Ewe as Elinam (going by the name) and Komla Dumor (certainly) and Bokor (if he's Ewe since he can also be Ada but Bokor is just the word for medicine "man" in Ewe).
If Komla Dumor were pure Akan, I would feel the same way about the excess of national grief we're displaying over the death of a man who happens to be a newsreader on BBC. The only thing which would've prevented me from giving open vent to such a feeling is that people may think I am jealous of an Akan because I am Ewe! But that would not be so.
Mind you, I, too, grieve over Komla's death but I feel we're overdoing this. And note that I've not said a bad word about the deceased. I know as Ghanaians we like to cry and praise the dead profusely and won't look kindly on anyone telling us we're overdoing it...
AA 10 years ago
This is utter nonsense. Komla Dumor, Kwabena Dwomo? What are u blabbing about?
This is utter nonsense. Komla Dumor, Kwabena Dwomo? What are u blabbing about?
Kwasi Mensah 10 years ago
It teaches us to love and respect our spouses. Never neglect your health at the expense of your job or your family. That life is so short.
No one is perfect. One day, the truth will be known.
It teaches us to love and respect our spouses. Never neglect your health at the expense of your job or your family. That life is so short.
No one is perfect. One day, the truth will be known.
sam 10 years ago
Komla;s death is a great loss to the continent africa in that as a journalist he asked critical questions that exposed the weakness in a system of governance. I believe his greatest message was to his fellow journalist to im ... read full comment
Komla;s death is a great loss to the continent africa in that as a journalist he asked critical questions that exposed the weakness in a system of governance. I believe his greatest message was to his fellow journalist to improve upon what they do, put aside those political affiliations which has blind folded them to the point where they refuse to be objective,place the interest of mother Ghana first, expose corruption and not to become partakers,indulge in analysis that promote civility and not otherwise,stop sensationalism that can actually lead to unnecessary tensions, promote decency in speeches and also know there is freedom of speech but it goes with responsibility .
RIP
Michael J.K. Bokor, Ph.D. 10 years ago
What is our role and purpose in life as Ghanaians…as human beings? Are we fated to conduct our lives in predetermined ways because of our race or ethnicity? Are we mere pawns in the hands of a higher power to be used and ab ... read full comment
What is our role and purpose in life as Ghanaians…as human beings? Are we fated to conduct our lives in predetermined ways because of our race or ethnicity? Are we mere pawns in the hands of a higher power to be used and abused? Since time immemorial, religious and political pundits have posited a hierarchy of humanity and set up social classifications based on an imaginary nomenclature of human quality. Exactly whatever informs this racial and ethnic classification is variously detailed in the bosom of folk literature, both sacred and profane. Within these scriptures however, there is a convergence of thoughts about conduct, ethics and behavior that points to humankind’s unique purposes as distinguished from that of beasts. Beasts exist as a resource for other beasts; but all humans exist as the crowning glory of nature-as creatures divined to be the best adornment of all creation. Being the best that we can be elevates our status beyond beasts, while being the worst that we can be diminishes us and equates us to them. One good book accentuates this fact when it asserts that we are created in the image of God. The meaning of “image” here is important insofar as it cannot refer to the physical self. The variegated nature of the human race, physique and appearances makes the meaning of “image” more metaphorical in this context than literal, and it could only suggest the intrinsic quality, virtue or goodness we carry in our personalities when we make a choice to be the best that we can be. In short, we are on earth to embark upon a journey to be “in image” with the holy other no matter our race, creed or ethnicity. As we move forward and gather experiences and knowledge, as we form friendships, foster peace, perform acts of charity and extend goodwill to humanity, we build upon those characteristics and credentials that draw our image closer and closer to that of God’s. In the end, we become perfected in His image when we have done the most good to the most people for the most time. When we reach this moral pinnacle, we accomplish the purpose of our lives, which is to graduate into the spiritual pantheon of the gods through selfless acts of righteousness. At this point in our lives, our purpose is complete, our nobility affirmed, and our joy fulfilled. We would have reached a cultural crux that cuts across the pastime of little people, and raised our status as good men and women, not only by the standard of our little language, ethnic or racial groupings.
The evolution towards this godlike state could not be the product of any immutable pigmentation or cultural contraption. Admittedly, factors about which we can do nothing-like race and genetic blueprint- elevate or denigrate the outcomes of our best and noblest efforts. Sigmund Freud says anatomy is destiny….. But anatomy and the social context offers only a transient and infinitesimal aspect of the exploitable potential of individuals. A far enduring part consists in the effort we make in life, and the use to which we put our natural endowments and the opportunities that come our way. In this respect, there is as much danger in natural talents than there is in the lack thereof. There appears encoded in human nature a perfect proportion of opportunities and disabilities that constantly reinforce each other, and this is true no matter our race, physique or talents. An individual is as much likely to waste a sea of opportunities as he/she is likely to exploit it. And a person may well be motivated to better his or her circumstances as a result of the deprivation into which he or she is born. Riches and beauty may foster complacency and carelessness, while poverty and necessity may foster perseverance, strength of character and creative invention. We are therefore masters of our destiny to the extent that each of us-Blacks, Whites, Asians or Indians-has been given the chance to improve ourselves and to reach our highest possible potential no matter what we have or lack. Each person is given according to his/her needs, and we could, if we so choose exploit our inner talents to the fullest extent of our desires. Indeed, we can re-arrange our destinies to suit our lives’ ambitious goals no matter how titanic our frustrations, because for every opportunity we consider denied or lost, there are a thousand others waiting to be tapped. We are therefore not what we are because of any immutable destiny imposed on us by the aberration of nature. We are what we are because within a particular set of variable circumstances, we opted to act in certain peculiar ways to trigger certain unique outcomes. Throughout our lives, many such circumstances remain in flux, and will greatly influence the lives of individuals willing and able to exploit these intrinsic dynamics for good, for bad or for the ugly. What we are today is the result of what we have done with our lives these past years. What we will become tomorrow is simply the sum total of what we are doing with our lives today. To this formula of existence, there is none superior.
MY COMMENTS
Don't tell me it was the WebMaster who made these paragraphs so long and unwieldy. A responsible writer will learn how to write paragraphs that can be easily processed by readers without imposing such a huge cognitive burden on them.
This is the kind of paragraphing that you, a so-called Attorney-at-Law can produce.
For your information, I teach legal writing and have right here on my desk this book called _Clear and Effective Legal Writing_ by Veda R. Charrow, Myra K. Erhardt, and Robert P. Charrow that you should grab to learn from.
Their take on your kind of writing will make you cringe!!
KnYc(USMC) 10 years ago
Why are you shooting your foot? Your article was alright, the fact that SAS criticize you does not mean you should start writing all kinds of responds. Be confident in your self, having a Ph.D. is one thing, having confident ... read full comment
Why are you shooting your foot? Your article was alright, the fact that SAS criticize you does not mean you should start writing all kinds of responds. Be confident in your self, having a Ph.D. is one thing, having confident in your self is priceless.
Joe Turkey 10 years ago
Bokor, stop littering Ghanaweb. Your writing does not even look like that of a PhD; neither your attitude. I thought Dumor died a month ago and was buried last weekend. Don't you have anything more important to do with your P ... read full comment
Bokor, stop littering Ghanaweb. Your writing does not even look like that of a PhD; neither your attitude. I thought Dumor died a month ago and was buried last weekend. Don't you have anything more important to do with your PhD? Crap!
Kwesi 10 years ago
Gee, anything is possible in the US of A!!! That's why they have some of the best universities in the world - and some of the most porous!
Gee, anything is possible in the US of A!!! That's why they have some of the best universities in the world - and some of the most porous!
Osofo 10 years ago
People die all the time but you people are making a big deal out of this one. Komla Domors death doesn't teach us anything because even people younger and richer die all the time.
People die all the time but you people are making a big deal out of this one. Komla Domors death doesn't teach us anything because even people younger and richer die all the time.
BXNY 10 years ago
After spending all that State money praising Dumor, none of the speakers advice Ghanaians to make Check-UPS and number one priority or eating right. Even in U.S so many Ghanaian with all the money they make, don't go for Chec ... read full comment
After spending all that State money praising Dumor, none of the speakers advice Ghanaians to make Check-UPS and number one priority or eating right. Even in U.S so many Ghanaian with all the money they make, don't go for Check-UPS, because they want save money to Ghana. Hmmmm
Reality 10 years ago
There are no new lessons to be learnt from komla's death. Poverty in Africa and dehumanization of its people was well documented before even Komla was born.
There are no new lessons to be learnt from komla's death. Poverty in Africa and dehumanization of its people was well documented before even Komla was born.
kofi 10 years ago
IF THE MESSAGE HE SENT TO A FRIEND THROUGH FACEBOOK IS TRUE, THEN IT'S CLEAR HE WORKED HOMSELF TO DEATH IN AN ATEMPT TO 'OVER PLEASE' HIS EMLOYERS. THE LESSON HERE IS TAKE LIFE EASY. DON'T OVER STRESS YOURSELF 'CAUSE GOD IS I ... read full comment
IF THE MESSAGE HE SENT TO A FRIEND THROUGH FACEBOOK IS TRUE, THEN IT'S CLEAR HE WORKED HOMSELF TO DEATH IN AN ATEMPT TO 'OVER PLEASE' HIS EMLOYERS. THE LESSON HERE IS TAKE LIFE EASY. DON'T OVER STRESS YOURSELF 'CAUSE GOD IS IN CONTROL
Pabro Correa 10 years ago
The real lesson that Komla's death leaves us is to exercise daily to cut the risk of having heart attack.
We must eat more vegetables and fruits cut our intake of salt,sugar and red meat.
The real lesson that Komla's death leaves us is to exercise daily to cut the risk of having heart attack.
We must eat more vegetables and fruits cut our intake of salt,sugar and red meat.
GoWeiYu 10 years ago
mboasem!!!
mboasem!!!
Wahala 10 years ago
The real lesson to be learned from Komla is that he was nobody's spin doctor. You, Bokor, are nothing but a pathetic spin doctor for NDC! Komla never lowered himself by becoming a unashamed propagandist for the BBC like Camer ... read full comment
The real lesson to be learned from Komla is that he was nobody's spin doctor. You, Bokor, are nothing but a pathetic spin doctor for NDC! Komla never lowered himself by becoming a unashamed propagandist for the BBC like Cameron Duodu or Elizabeth Ohene. People who earned their living repeating the same old stereotypes, slanted opinions and ideological nonsense, as well as putting down their own country and people and progressive leaders. That's what made me proud of Komla. You disgust me with your self-confounded mush on behalf of NDC!
Dantankwa 10 years ago
Bokor, the real lesson that Komla's demise teaches is that life is short and we must therefore invest out time and energy judiciousely. Komla has been fondly remembered for what he stood for. The question is how do you want t ... read full comment
Bokor, the real lesson that Komla's demise teaches is that life is short and we must therefore invest out time and energy judiciousely. Komla has been fondly remembered for what he stood for. The question is how do you want to be remembered on this forum when you are gone as well? I am sure you will have as many lovers and as many hater, all because you wasted your time fueling NDC/NPP division and promoting undesirable tribal feud between Akan and Ewes. Komla was way beyond this and we will forever miss him.
KOMLA RIP
Bokor I am clad you said you will return. Frankly you need to discuss specifically what should be done to achieve the desired goal and more importantly, what should not be done in order not to derail any progress
Thanks Doc. We are waiting for your return.
Dr? smh
You have got to improve your paragraphing; it is getting worse with all these one-sentence paragraphs....Begin by organizing your thoughts into sub-topics before you set pen to paper. Also, pack novel ideas and avoid banal li ...
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Bokor shouldn't have written this piece in the first place. It does no credit to either Komla or Bokor himself. It says absolutely nothing worthy or new. When so much has been written about the death of a man, any additional ...
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Over the past four years or so, I haven't really made it a point to respond to comments passed by readers of my opinion pieces. even though I read most of those comments and learn from them.
I have said several times that ...
read full comment
Of course, in my haste to respond to this Dr. SAS, I slipped in some areas, especially the typographical errors and the part of the last paragraph that should have read "Probably, probably, this Samuel Adjei Sarfo will benefi ...
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Once you start responding to your critics with insults we might be forced to put you in the same category with the Akyem lunatic Okoampa. You dont need to do this sir.
Thanks
Thanks, my brother, Armah. Your advice is well taken; and I am out of here for now.
Don't sweat over this. Writing is like DNA or fingerprint. It's unque to individuals.
Moreover, Ghanaweb is not a place to dispay the sophistication (or academic writing) of your writings. You write for the average Ghanawe ...
read full comment
Although it's a very painful, annoying experience, that some faceless, stupid person will constantly malign you in that manner for no reason, just take it easy. Understand that such wicked nonenties exis in this world. People ...
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Why don't you ask Rev. Dr. Gborsong about me if you are suffering from amnesia?
Then return here to confess to the whole world that Dr. Gborsong and I taught you English at the University of Cape Coast. In case you don't ...
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I am giving you 24 hours to do your research and come back here to apologize and to massage my ego as your former teacher. Thereafter, I will post Dr. Gborsong's email address here for whoever is in doubt to confirm my claim. ...
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SO THE WHOLE WORLD SHOULD KNOW THAT ITS YOU WHO THOUGHT HIM ENGLISH? IS HE STILL IN YOUR CLASSROOM? OR JUST TO PULL HIM DOWN?
Dokita SAS, so what are the rules of paragraphing! Rules or rudiments?
Bokor, it is obvious that SAS does not know the purpose behind writing one sentence paragraphs......one sentence paragraphs are remarkable for their clarity and brevity.....it is a style of writing non-journalists don't know. ...
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Dr. SAS used to ridicule those of us who superior PhD until he went for one in backyard university. Then again, Bokor, you have never been a good writer and your ideas are very ordinary.
SAS, what exactly is your problem with one sentence paragraphs?
They surely have their purpose and that is, to emphasize a point....one sentence paragraph is brevity at its best and it is a style of writing that apparentl ...
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Asante kingdom have a lot of money and Gold and other natural resources but many Asante people are living in abject poverty why should it happen in that way with money and resources but still poor? the reason been that since ...
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IS THIS THE BEST THE EWE'S CAN PRODUCE? I CONDOLE THE FAMILY AND MAY KOMLA REST IN PERFECT PEACE BUT I AM GETTING TIRED OF READING ABOUT HIS PASSING EVERYWHERE YOU TURN. LET THE GUY'S SOUL TO REST IN PEACE.
There were many news articles that I refused to read earlier today. "70% of Mahama's speech is from 2013" by a guy who comments on everythig including flying roaches, "There is financial crises in Ghana" -MP, "Konadu will be ...
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But, Elinam, isn't this thing over Komla Dumor becoming too much? So much has been written about him, and Bokor's piece says nothing new. Even if you don't have to read it, you'll see the topic and say, oh not again. Then you ...
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The message is clear that when Komla Dumor died, he won't be wished away all too soon. He is one Ghanaian journalist who has had a huge impact on the world and whose professional work can't be thrown away all too soon.
Wha ...
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What new thing have you said? Where have you added depth to understanding his life? What have you said that has not already been said by many others?
Kwesi I am very sure you would have been singing Komla Dumor's praise till eternity if he was called Kwabena Dwomoh(pure).
Maria, if you had read my response to Elinam carefully and between the lines, especially the last paragraph, it might have occurred to you that this is an Ewe talking to a fellow Ewe. I am as Ewe as Elinam (going by the name) ...
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This is utter nonsense. Komla Dumor, Kwabena Dwomo? What are u blabbing about?
It teaches us to love and respect our spouses. Never neglect your health at the expense of your job or your family. That life is so short.
No one is perfect. One day, the truth will be known.
Komla;s death is a great loss to the continent africa in that as a journalist he asked critical questions that exposed the weakness in a system of governance. I believe his greatest message was to his fellow journalist to im ...
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What is our role and purpose in life as Ghanaians…as human beings? Are we fated to conduct our lives in predetermined ways because of our race or ethnicity? Are we mere pawns in the hands of a higher power to be used and ab ...
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Why are you shooting your foot? Your article was alright, the fact that SAS criticize you does not mean you should start writing all kinds of responds. Be confident in your self, having a Ph.D. is one thing, having confident ...
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Bokor, stop littering Ghanaweb. Your writing does not even look like that of a PhD; neither your attitude. I thought Dumor died a month ago and was buried last weekend. Don't you have anything more important to do with your P ...
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Gee, anything is possible in the US of A!!! That's why they have some of the best universities in the world - and some of the most porous!
People die all the time but you people are making a big deal out of this one. Komla Domors death doesn't teach us anything because even people younger and richer die all the time.
After spending all that State money praising Dumor, none of the speakers advice Ghanaians to make Check-UPS and number one priority or eating right. Even in U.S so many Ghanaian with all the money they make, don't go for Chec ...
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There are no new lessons to be learnt from komla's death. Poverty in Africa and dehumanization of its people was well documented before even Komla was born.
IF THE MESSAGE HE SENT TO A FRIEND THROUGH FACEBOOK IS TRUE, THEN IT'S CLEAR HE WORKED HOMSELF TO DEATH IN AN ATEMPT TO 'OVER PLEASE' HIS EMLOYERS. THE LESSON HERE IS TAKE LIFE EASY. DON'T OVER STRESS YOURSELF 'CAUSE GOD IS I ...
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The real lesson that Komla's death leaves us is to exercise daily to cut the risk of having heart attack.
We must eat more vegetables and fruits cut our intake of salt,sugar and red meat.
mboasem!!!
The real lesson to be learned from Komla is that he was nobody's spin doctor. You, Bokor, are nothing but a pathetic spin doctor for NDC! Komla never lowered himself by becoming a unashamed propagandist for the BBC like Camer ...
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Bokor, the real lesson that Komla's demise teaches is that life is short and we must therefore invest out time and energy judiciousely. Komla has been fondly remembered for what he stood for. The question is how do you want t ...
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