NightengaleBen

Goodwall - The Life Changing App is the inspiring story of Dera, a sixteen-year-old student in Senior Secondary School. Dera’s dream was to sit for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) alongside her classmates, but her parents were unable to afford the registration fees.

As the WASSCE registration deadline approached, Dera found herself in a difficult predicament. However, unwavering support from her family and the encouraging words of Mrs. Nnaji kept her determined, despite facing ridicule from others.

One day, Dera’s elder brother, Andrew, returned from his own school and shared with Dera about Goodwall, an app that had helped countless students. Initially, it seemed too good to be true, but Dera decided to give it a try by participating in Goodwall challenges.

Goodwall-The Life Changing App by Nightengale Ben-Onyeukwu

Dera felt a surge of inspiration as she absorbed Mrs. Nnaji's words. The story of the bandaged woman and the audacity of hope resonated deeply within her. She understood that no matter the challenges that lay ahead, she would cling to hope and nurture it, allowing it to guide her through the journey of life.

'Thank you, ma'am,' Dera replied, her heart filled with gratitude and a renewed sense of optimism.

Mrs. Nnaji smiled warmly. 'It's my pleasure,' she responded. 'When you dive into the pages of that book in your hand, you'll not only understand, but also appreciate Barack Obama's unique perspective on the audacity of hope.'

Dera's smile widened, her anticipation growing. 'I will savour every page, immersing myself in the wisdom and inspiration it holds,' she declared, rising to her feet.

With a sense of purpose and excitement, Dera turned towards the door, ready to embark on her journey with the book in hand. She knew that within those pages lay a world of possibility and insight, waiting to be discovered.

As Dera started to leave the room, Mrs. Nnaji called out to her, her voice filled with encouragement. 'Dera, as long as you remain willing, you can go anywhere you want. If you refuse to let hope succumb to hopelessness, you will transcend any limits.'

Dera turned around, her gaze meeting Mrs. Nnaji's. 'My father has made numerous attempts to obtain a visa and pursue better opportunities abroad, but he has faced constant disappointments. I had lost hope that he would ever be able to travel, and I had also given up on the idea of leaving this country because it felt impossible. However, your presence and encouragement have restored my hope. With your support, I believe I could accomplish even the unimaginable, like travelling to the moon. Thank you, ma'am,' Dera expressed her gratitude sincerely. With renewed determination, she turned and walked out of the office.

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