Rev. Benjamin Oppong, Head Pastor of Mount Horeb Victorious Church, has condemned character assassins as “devils” due to their harmful and destructive actions. In an interview on Plan B FM’s social and lifestyle show ‘Nyansapɔ Fie’ with host Nana Asabea, Rev. Oppong emphasized that character assassination is a deliberate attempt to destroy someone’s reputation, built over time with hard work.
“To build a good reputation takes effort and time, but an assassin can deliberately ruin it, causing pain and destruction,” Rev. Oppong stated. “Such actions are akin to the devil’s work, as described in the Bible – stealing, killing, and destroying. Therefore, I assert that character assassins are indeed devils.”
“My words should serve as a stark reminder of the harm caused by character assassination and the importance of promoting kindness and understanding,” Rev. Oppong added.
Renowned Counsellor, fashion designer, and Alternative Dispute Resolution Practitioner, May Bright Coffie, offered sage advice: “Be original and avoid imitating others, as this can lead to self-assassination, even before others do.” She emphasized the importance of self-love and joy in others’ happiness to avoid being gaslighted by negative opinions. “Those who resent your happy moments are often character assassins,” she warned. “Be cautious of people who can’t celebrate your success.”
May Bright Coffie also addressed the impact of negative words on individuals, saying: “Many people lose hope and fail to utilize their God-given talents due to hurtful comments. They must learn to overcome self-doubt and refrain from being assassinated by their own thoughts.”
Furthermore, Muhammad Hussain Acquah, Headmaster of T.I. Ahmadiyya Basic School in Tema and National Secretary for Ansarullah Preaching in Ghana, highlighted the perils of low self-esteem, criticizing one’s partner, and exaggerating mistakes in relationships, which can ultimately lead to character assassination. He stressed the importance of men treating women with respect and dignity, avoiding public humiliation, which can have a profoundly detrimental impact on their self-worth. Moreover, he cautioned that internalizing negative self-talk and hurtful comments can result in self-inflicted character assassination.
“By being mindful of our words and actions, we can foster healthy relationships, self-love, and personal growth, thereby promoting a culture of mutual respect and understanding,” he added.
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