Ministry of Health has suspended the Principal of the College of Nursing, Nkanchina, Fredrick Anaba, with immediate effect pending a comprehensive administrative investigation.

The suspension follows alleged over-admission of students and the unauthorised introduction of new academic programmes.

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According to a statement issued by the Ministry on March 12, 2026, and signed by the Head of Public Relations, Isaac Ofei Baah, the decision follows a query issued to the principal on February 19, 2026, regarding the 2025/2026 admissions into the institution.

The Ministry said it reviewed Anaba’s response to the query but determined that a full investigation was necessary to establish the facts surrounding the matter.

“In the interim, Anaba has been directed to hand over the administration and management of the college to the Acting Vice Principal to ensure the smooth running of the institution,” the statement noted.

The Ministry of Health emphasised that it remains committed to ensuring strict compliance with admission quotas and approved academic programmes across all health training institutions in the country.

It added that further updates will be provided after the completion of the investigation.

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“The Ministry of Health remains committed to upholding strict compliance with admission quotas and approved academic programmes across all health training institutions. Further updates will be provided upon completion of the investigation,” it concluded.



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