The Ministry of Health (MoH) has issued a strong warning to the general public about ongoing fraudulent nursing training admissions being perpetrated by criminal syndicates. These fraudsters, who have operated for years, have reportedly intensified their deceptive schemes, extorting money from desperate applicants who wish to gain admission into public nursing training colleges.

According to updated intelligence received by the Ministry of Health (MoH), these syndicates promise guaranteed admission in exchange for money from unsuspecting victims.

Criminal Syndicates Exploiting Aspiring Nursing Students

In a press release, the Ministry of Health made it clear that such activities are criminal and punishable by law.

“The Ministry of Health has received reports of individuals demanding money from applicants with the false promise of nursing training admission. These are scammers,” the statement emphasized.

The Ministry strongly urged the public not to fall for these fraudulent schemes and to be vigilant when approached by individuals or groups claiming they can secure admission for a fee.

How to Report Nursing Training Admission Scams

The MoH is encouraging victims or potential victims to report such cases with evidence. Reports should include:

Full name of the scammer
Phone number(s) used by the scammer
Amount of money demanded or paid
Screenshots of WhatsApp chats
Audio recordings or other communication evidence

Reports should be submitted through the official phone lines of the Ministry of Health. These steps will aid in the proper investigation and possible prosecution of offenders. The phone numbers for reporting such issues are 0557002631 or 0557208487

7 Tips to Stay Safe from Nursing Admission Scams

To protect yourself and others from falling victim to fake admission offers, here are seven essential tips:

Apply Only Through Official Channels: Use the Ministry of Health’s official online portal or designated offices for application and admission processes.
Ignore ‘Guaranteed Admission’ Offers: No individual can guarantee your admission for a fee. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Do Not Share Personal Info With Strangers: Avoid sharing your documents, personal data, or passport pictures with people you don’t know or trust.
Never Pay Admission Fees Through Mobile Money to Individuals: Fees are paid through officially approved channels—not personal accounts.
Verify Messages and Calls: Always call official helplines or check the MoH website to verify any message or call claiming to offer admissions.
Report Suspicious Activity Promptly: Don’t hesitate to report anyone who contacts you with fraudulent offers—quick action can save others too.
Trust the Process: Follow laid-down admission procedures. Trying to cut corners through backdoor admissions only increases your risk of being scammed.

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Stay Alert and Spread the Word

With many Ghanaians eager to secure admission into public nursing training colleges, scammers are exploiting the desperation of applicants. The Ministry of Health’s warning is timely and must be taken seriously.

Protect yourself, your friends, and your family by staying informed and following the official admission procedures. Do not pay your way into a future that can be built on honesty and hard work.