Joseph Otsibah 
As part of efforts to promote girl-child education and community well-being, the Nyankpala District of The Church of Pentecost, under the Tamale Area, on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, donated sanitary items to 200 female students of UDS Basic Junior High School and St. Monica’s Catholic Basic School (Upper Primary and JHS) in Nyankpala.
The exercise formed part of activities marking the National Youth Week Celebration and the International Day of the Girl Child, in line with the Church’s “Possessing the Nations” agenda, which seeks to influence every sphere of society with Kingdom values and principles. Each student received packs of sanitary items to promote menstrual hygiene and reduce absenteeism among girls during their menstrual periods; a challenge faced by many who cannot afford these essentials.
Speaking on the purpose of the donation, the District Pastor, Pastor Emmanuel Ofori Opare, explained that the initiative sought to support girls who struggle to afford sanitary pads, ensure that menstruation does not hinder school attendance, and strengthen the bond between the Church and the community. He added that it also provided a platform to share the love and Word of God with the youth while nurturing them in godly values.
Alongside the donation, a special chaplaincy service was held for the students. The Word of God was ministered to over 300 girls, while the boys were also engaged in moral and spiritual guidance sessions. This forms part of the District’s ongoing school outreach programme, where regular Wednesday services are held to disciple students and shape their moral lives.
The District Pastor was accompanied by Elder Dr. Richard Osei Agyemang (District Secretary), Elder Matthew Achaklinkame (District Youth Leader), Deaconess Mary Azuma (District Women’s Ministry Leader), Mrs. Gloria Ofori Opare (wife of the District Pastor), and other District Youth Executives who supported the exercise.
Head teachers of the beneficiary schools – Mr. Ibrahim Saka (UDS Basic JHS), Mr. Simon Dumba (St. Monica’s JHS), and Mr. Fuseini Sulle (St. Monica’s Primary) – expressed deep appreciation to The Church of Pentecost for the timely intervention. They commended Pastor Ofori Opare, his wife, and the District leadership for their compassion and commitment to the welfare of students, noting that the donation would go a long way to boost the girls’ confidence, attendance, and academic performance.
Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Ms. Wumpini Alhasan Zeihan, the Girls’ Prefect of UDS Basic JHS, also thanked the Church for the kind gesture, saying it would “help reduce absenteeism among girls during their menstruation and improve their focus in class.”
Through this outreach, the Nyankpala District once again demonstrated that the gospel is not only to be preached in words but lived out through acts of love and service. The District continues to embody the vision of “Possessing the Nations” by transforming lives spiritually, morally, and socially to the glory of God.
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16 (NIV)
Report by Nyankpala District Media Team
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