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Sally Mann, the outspoken host of Adom TV’s popular show *Showtym*, recently delivered a candid critique of Bishop Salifu Amoako in light of a tragic incident involving his son. The bishop's son was recently involved in a devastating car accident that led to the tragic loss of two lives. While the accident itself was heartbreaking, Mann took issue not just with the incident but with the bishop's response, which she believes only added fuel to an already painful situation.

On *Showtym*, Mann openly questioned the bishop's choice to defend his son publicly. “It wasn’t necessary,” she asserted. To her, Bishop Amoako’s attempts to excuse his son’s actions lacked sensitivity and failed to recognize the gravity of the loss suffered by the families affected. Mann highlighted that this defense did not reflect the empathy one would expect from a man of faith, particularly a bishop who often addresses values of compassion and kindness in his sermons. Instead of bringing comfort, Mann argued, his words appeared to widen the emotional distance between the church leader and the mourning families.

In a direct appeal, Mann emphasized the concept of emotional intelligence, which she felt the bishop had neglected in his response. According to her, emotional intelligence involves not only managing one’s own emotions but also being able to recognize and respond to the emotions of others, especially in situations of grief and tragedy. “He should have put himself in the shoes of the grieving families,” Mann remarked, stressing that his statements did not just miss the mark—they had potentially deepened the wound.

She didn’t stop there. Mann went on to say that Bishop Amoako’s reaction might have revealed a deeper, systemic issue with some leaders who preach compassion without necessarily embodying it. She noted that, while the bishop may be well-versed in biblical teachings on empathy, he may lack the ability to genuinely convey that understanding to his followers. For Mann, this disconnect is critical, especially for a public figure who guides others in matters of faith and morality. His response, she argued, might signal a gap between preaching and practice.

Mann’s critique ended on a note of reluctant forgiveness. Although disappointed, she urged Ghanaians to extend grace to the bishop, suggesting that his behavior might stem from a lack of self-awareness rather than intentional disregard. “Ghanaians should forgive him because he lacks emotional intelligence… he cannot use, manage, or control his emotions. Yet he stands before his congregation with the Bible, which calls for us to be lawful, even as he claims to be lawless,” she remarked.

As Mann’s words spread, they sparked a larger conversation among viewers and the broader public. Many people found themselves reflecting on the role of leaders in their communities and the expectations placed upon them. Some argued that a single misstep shouldn’t define the bishop’s entire character, while others felt that, as a public figure, he had a responsibility to act with more care and sensitivity.

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