A senior lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr. George Domfe, says he has resolved his recent public disagreement with fellow academic Professor Ransford Gyampo, following what he described as a “long and cordial telephone conversation” between the two.
In a statement, Dr. Domfe said both parties acknowledged the escalation of their exchanges and have agreed to restore their longstanding professional relationship.
“I have just concluded a long and cordial telephone conversation with my brother and colleague, Professor Ransford Gyampo. Professor Gyampo acknowledged that he regrets his commentary against my person which was distasteful and defamatory especially considering our longstanding collegial relationship,” he said.
Dr. Domfe added that he also took responsibility for his own remarks. “I, in turn, admitted that I went so hard with my comments about his person in response to his position on my commentary, we have sincerely apologized to each other.”
He noted that they have settled the matter and committed to healthier public engagement going forward. “We have mutually agreed to put this episode behind us and to move forward with renewed respect for each other.
“As public intellectuals, we remain committed to engaging in serious national discourse without allowing disagreements to degenerate into personal animosity.”
Dr. Domfe further appealed to their supporters not to reignite tensions.
“I therefore respectfully urge our families, friends, and supporters to respect this mutual understanding and to continue to support us in our professional contributions to national development.”
Responding separately, Professor Gyampo confirmed that the issue had been resolved and extended goodwill to his colleague.
“Dear All, You know I didn’t defame or attack anybody, but Dr Domfeh, apology accepted. Please please, please, let’s let go. He’s still my brother,” he said.
