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Forged Credentials Threaten Integrity of Ghana’s Medical Sector


 

A growing trend of forged certificates and fraudulent credentials has rocked Ghana’s medical sector, raising serious concerns about the safety of patients and the credibility of the country’s healthcare system.

The Medical and Dental Council (MDC), Ghana's regulatory authority for medical and dental practitioners, has confirmed at least four documented cases of forgery between 2024 and the third quarter of 2025. These cases were detected through the Council’s robust verification processes, in collaboration with international regulatory bodies.

During a press briefing on September 5, MDC Registrar Dr. Divine Ndonbi Banyubala revealed the alarming details of the fraudulent activities. According to him, the Council’s due diligence prevented the perpetrators from receiving accreditation to practice medicine in Ghana.

Highlights of the Cases

The confirmed cases include:

  • Diplomat’s Spouse: Submission of forged qualifications from institutions in both Ireland and Nigeria.
  • Fake Foreign Credentials: A fraudulent certificate submitted to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) from Ukraine.
  • Forged Permanent Certificate: An individual attempted to bypass the requirement for a provisional licence by creating a counterfeit permanent registration certificate.
  • Manipulated Examination Results: A deliberate falsification of professional examination scores in an attempt to gain licensure.

“These cases are just the tip of the iceberg,” Dr. Banyubala stated. “In one instance, a practitioner cloned a permanent registration certificate to apply for a job, despite not having met the requirements. These are clear breaches of the law.”

In addition to the forgery cases, four individuals were arrested for practicing medicine without a license, with several others currently under investigation. Prosecutions are expected to follow.

Broader Implications and Legal Action

The MDC stressed that these are not isolated incidents but part of a broader challenge in ensuring the integrity of medical qualifications in Ghana. The Council reiterated its commitment to vetting all practitioners—both locally and internationally trained—through a rigorous verification process.

These actions, the MDC emphasized, are criminal under Ghanaian law. The offenses amount to forgery and fraudulent misrepresentation, punishable under the Ghana Medical and Dental Act, 2020 (Act 1058). Convicted individuals face severe legal and disciplinary consequences, including possible imprisonment.

Safeguarding Public Health

The Council reaffirmed its dedication to protecting public health by maintaining strict professional standards. “We will not compromise on our mandate to ensure only qualified and ethically sound professionals are allowed to practice in Ghana,” Dr. Banyubala declared.

The recent revelations serve as a stark reminder of the need for continuous vigilance in the healthcare sector. As the investigations progress, the MDC’s efforts underscore its zero-tolerance policy toward fraud and its commitment to upholding the credibility of Ghana’s medical profession.


Source: theghanareport

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