Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has ordered the immediate suspension of the Principal of the Nurses and Midwifery Training College in Nalerigu over alleged unauthorized admissions. The directive came during his working tour of the Upper East, North-East, and Northern Regions, where he inspected health facilities and training institutions to evaluate operations and service delivery. Having earlier received reports of irregular admissions at the Nalerigu college, Akandoh visited the institution as part of the tour.
Following preliminary findings, he directed the suspension of the Principal pending further investigations. In a statement issued on Friday, February 27, the Minister underscored that adherence to established admission protocols is non-negotiable, warning that institutional heads found engaging in unauthorized practices will face strict sanctions.
He reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to transparency and accountability, stating that maintaining high standards in health training institutions remains a top priority to safeguard the integrity of the country’s healthcare system.
Source: Patricia Boakye

