The Church of Pentecost has officially commissioned a state-of-the-art 35-bed hospital in Bolgatanga, designed to provide quality and accessible healthcare services to residents of the Upper East Region and its surrounding communities. This new facility is equipped with advanced medical technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to cater to the healthcare needs of the region and northern Ghana.
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Advanced Healthcare Facilities
Pentecost Hospital: Bolgatanga is designed to offer comprehensive healthcare services, including a fully equipped Outpatient Department (OPD) with an emergency unit, male and female wards, consulting rooms, a delivery ward, a dispensary, a surgical theatre, a diagnostic laboratory, a public health unit, and doctors’ offices. The facility is designed to deliver a comprehensive range of medical care tailored to meet the community’s needs.
Part of a Broader Social Agenda
This hospital is part of the Church’s broader social intervention program, which falls under its “Possessing the Nations” agenda, launched in 2018. This initiative aims to transform society per God’s principles and values. As part of this agenda, the Church has invested in critical sectors, including health, education, water, sanitation, and security.
A Vision Born from Tragedy
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, explained that the decision to build the hospital in Bolgatanga was motivated by a tragic car accident in 2018. The accident, which involved Pastor John Ofori and his family, as well as Pastor Godwin Kpobi, highlighted the urgent need for better emergency healthcare in the region.
The victims of the accident were referred from Bolgatanga Hospital to Tamale Teaching Hospital and later to Duayaw Nkwanta Catholic Hospital. This journey took a traumatic sixteen hours. This experience highlighted critical gaps in healthcare and underscored the need for a local facility to address the growing healthcare demands.
Ongoing Healthcare Expansion
Apostle Nyamekye commended the Teshie-Nungua Area of the Church, under Apostle Wilberforce Nkrumah’s leadership, for their efforts in realizing the project. Currently, the Church operates a network of 12 healthcare facilities, including four hospitals and eight clinics, serving more than 234,516 outpatients annually. With a dedicated staff of 1,199, these facilities provide crucial healthcare services across Ghana.
In addition to the existing facilities, the Church is working on five more healthcare projects, including a Specialist Hospital in Accra. In 2024, the Church contributed GH₵10,729,795.98 toward healthcare support for its members.
Contributions to National Health Goals
Dr. Peter Kwame Yeboah, Executive Director of the Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG), praised The Church of Pentecost for its commitment to healthcare delivery. He emphasized that the new facility would help address healthcare inequalities between urban and rural areas, further supporting Ghana’s efforts to achieve universal health coverage and primary healthcare.
Local Recognition
Mr. Donatus Atanga Akamugri, the Upper East Regional Minister, commended the Church for its vital contribution to healthcare in the region. He described the facility as a cornerstone for improving healthcare in the area.
Naba Yelzoya Kosom Asaga II, Paramount Chief of Nangodi and member of the Upper East Regional House of Chiefs, also spoke at the event. He urged the hospital’s management to maintain high standards of care and professionalism, ensuring that the facility provides hope and healing to all those in need.
Conclusion
The commissioning of Pentecost Hospital – Bolgatanga marks a significant milestone in the Church’s ongoing efforts to improve healthcare delivery in northern Ghana. Through this initiative, the Church is not only addressing immediate healthcare needs but also making a significant contribution to the region’s long-term development.
Bolgatanga | Upper East Region | June 18 | 2025
