By: Rebecca Ampah
The Ministry of Health has announced the postponement of the Centralised Nursing and Midwifery Licensing Examinations to September 4, 2025.
According to a press statement, the decision was taken after a consultative meeting between the Minister for Health, the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and the Conference of Heads of Health Training Institutions (COHHETI).
It was agreed that the examinations would now be conducted in the respective training institutions, reverting to the previous system to ensure smooth participation and effective supervision by the NMC.
According to the Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the directive is aimed at safeguarding the safety and well-being of candidates by reducing the risks associated with extensive travel to designated exam centres. He stressed that it is not proper for students to travel from one region to another just to sit for examinations.
The Ministry further assured candidates and stakeholders that a revised timetable and detailed guidelines would be issued by the NMC in due course. Additionally, the Ministry pledged to provide the necessary logistics to ensure the successful implementation of the directive.
The Ministry of Health expressed appreciation to all candidates, training institutions, and stakeholders for their cooperation and understanding.
Below is the official press statement:
