The Ministry of Health has announced the postponement of the Centralised Nursing and Midwifery Licensing Examinations to September 4, 2025.

The decision was taken following a consultative meeting between the Minister for Health, the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and the Conference of Heads of Health Training Institutions (COHHETI).

In a shift from the earlier plan, the examinations will now be conducted in the respective training institutions, reverting to the previous arrangement.

This, according to the Ministry, will allow for smooth participation by candidates and closer supervision by the NMC.

Health Minister Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh said the move was necessary to minimise the risks associated with long-distance travel by students to designated centres.

He stressed that it was not appropriate for candidates to travel across regions for the exams, assuring that the Ministry would provide the necessary logistics to ensure a seamless process.

A revised timetable and detailed guidelines are expected to be released soon by the NMC.

The Ministry expressed appreciation to all candidates, training institutions, and stakeholders for their cooperation and understanding.

The statement was issued by Tony Goodman, Deputy Director and Spokesperson at the Ministry of Health.