The Ministry of Health has immediately suspended Fredrick Anaba, the Principal of Nkanchina College of Nursing, due to allegations of excessive student admissions and the unauthorized introduction of academic programs.
According to the ministry, this suspension will remain effective while a thorough administrative investigation is conducted regarding the issue.
In a press release dated March 12, 2026, and signed by Isaac Ofei Baah, the Head of Public Relations at the ministry, it was stated that this decision follows a query directed at the principal on February 19, 2026, concerning the admissions for the 2025/2026 academic year.
The ministry indicated that it had reviewed the response provided by Mr. Anaba but concluded that a complete investigation was essential to ascertain the facts related to the case.
“The Ministry of Health has suspended the Principal of the College of Nursing, Nkanchina, Fredrick Anaba, with immediate effect pending a comprehensive administrative investigation into alleged over-admission of students and the unauthorized introduction of new academic programmes,” the statement read.
The ministry instructed Mr. Anaba to transfer the administration and management of the college to the Acting Vice Principal to ensure the institution operates smoothly.
“The decision follows a query issued by the Ministry on February 19, 2026, concerning the 2025/2026 admissions into the institution. After reviewing the response submitted by the Principal, the Ministry determined that a full investigation is necessary to establish the facts surrounding the matter,” the statement further noted.
The ministry reaffirmed its dedication to enforcing strict adherence to admission quotas and sanctioned academic programs across all health training institutions nationwide.
“The Ministry of Health remains committed to upholding strict compliance with admission quotas and approved academic programmes across all health training institutions,” it stated.
Additionally, it mentioned that further updates would be shared following the conclusion of the investigation.
