REMEMBERING KOMLA DUMOR I remember the programs I had with Komla on JOY FM in 1999 in Accra, and subsequent years, and numerous interactions with him at JOY FM studios. Rich memories indeed. I was on Super Morning Show with him especially before the JOY Bridal Fair. I was usually on JOY Quiet Time at 5am-6am with Rev. Cephas Amartey or Rev. Kofi Okyere; and Komla came right after the 6am news when we were leaving. That gave me the chance to always receive his infective smiles and a “good morning Reverend” from his characteristic rich radio voice. His shirt was always very well-ironed, crispy, and neat with a style to match his personality, which stuck in my mind till today. My last program with Komla was the year before he left for BBC; and it was a promotional discussion on the causes of divorce, along with Uncle Ebo Whyte and one lawyer. At a point, my focus was on encouraging the men to deepen their love and affection for their wives. Komla strongly spoke for the men by encouraging the ladies to do their best to make the home peaceful and attractive for the men to enjoy being with them at home. He said to me on air: “Rev. Kisseadoo, I could take you to a pub around the corner, and you will meet a lot of men hanging around there who are not cheating on their wives, but cannot simply enjoy their homes because of the words and attitudes of their wives”. We concluded that both partners must work on themselves, but the men, as leaders, should stand up and take greater responsibility to lead the marriage to success. I have always thought of Komla with fond memories in my relationship with him. He appreciated little gifts that made you feel important as the giver. I always carry little gifts to give out to friends when I visit Ghana (pens and several other common daily accessories --- several of you know what I am talking about). I gave Komla a pen in June 2001 during a morning program with him on JOY FM. The following year I visited JOY, and just when Komla sat down (I was leaving the studio), he pulled out a pen from his breast pocket and said: “You see the pen you gave me last year; I still have it, and like it”. I told him I had another one for him which was already in my hand, and gave it to him. He responded with his typical broad smile and a loud “thank you!” Komla was very energetic, committed, passionate about what he did, jovial, strong, neat, professional, and efficient. The last time I interacted with him was in July 2012 after the JOY Bridal Symposium at the Accra International Conference Center when I met him in the lobby. Sometimes you cannot say much when events overtake you by surprise. You just have to thank and praise God for his mysterious wisdom, and His special dealings with each of us. He alone knows better. If we could always fully explain God, then He will not be Big enough to be God Almighty. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints (Psalm 116:15). Life is short-- we must handle with wisdom. Life is fragile -- we must handle with prayer. May the Lord help us to live this life with values of eternity where we are finally going to reside with God. Let us draw near to God and prepare each day for our final departure, because we never know when. Komla, Rest In Peace. Let us keep his wife, children, ans loved ones in prayer. By: Dr. Samuel Kisseadoo, Virginia, USA. 1-757-7289330. kisseadoo@msn. fruitfulministriesint
Posted on: Tue, 21 Jan 2014 07:13:20 +0000
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