‘The Christ I follow was more defamed than I have been’ – Gyampo says as he forgives NPP’s Salam for defamation

Political Science lecturer at the University of Ghana (UG), Professor Ransford Gyampo, has accepted an apology from Salam Mustapha, the National Youth Organizer of the NPP, following allegations that the former had collaborated with the NDC to disenfranchise students by using a recent UTAG strike.

Speaking to Alfred Ocansey on The KeyPoints, on November 2, in response to Mustapha’s apology, Prof. Gyampo, who is President of UTAG-UG explained his initial resolve to take legal action but ultimately decided to forgive in accordance with his Christian beliefs.

Describing the allegations as “baseless and unfounded” Prof. Gyampo shared that the allegations deeply affected him.

Mustapha had alleged that Gyampo had orchestrated the UTAG strike to prevent students from voting, implying a politically motivated plan to benefit the NDC.

Gyampo dismissed these claims as “wild,” pointing out the absurdity of the accusation that he could command an entire community of university professors.

Gyampo revealed that although his lawyers initially advised him to avoid legal action against those making baseless claims, he was determined to pursue the case. However, upon receiving a formal apology from Mustapha in accordance with his lawyer’s request, Prof. Gyampo decided to forgive him.

“As a Christian, I had to choose between seeking legal recourse to deter future defamation and practicing forgiveness, but the Christ I follow was more defamed than I have been, and I chose to forgive,” he said.

In his statement, Prof. Gyampo expressed hope that Mustapha’s retraction would serve as a warning against future defamation of individuals, urging young people not to be drawn into spreading untruths or malicious political agendas.

Reflecting on his own journey, he advised the youth to focus on learning from mentors rather than being “used and abused” to undermine others.

Gyampo concluded with a call for young Ghanaians to resist being manipulated for political ends, emphasizing that success comes from dedication and integrity.

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By Christabel Success Treve

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