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Kaduna establishes post-basic nursing college
Kaduna State creates post-basic nursing college to address specialist nurse shortages.
In brief
Kaduna State creates post-basic nursing college to address specialist nurse shortages. Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani signed legislation establishing a post-basic nursing college in Rigasa to train specialists in midwifery, pediatric care, and emergency medicine. Originally reported by Premium Times Nigeria.
Kaduna State establishes nursing college
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani signed legislation creating the Kaduna State College of Post-Basic Nursing Sciences in Rigasa.
Addresses specialist nurse shortages
The college will train nurses in midwifery, pediatric care, emergency medicine and other critical fields.
Law signed by governor
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani signed the Kaduna State College of Post-Basic Nursing Sciences Law, 2026.
Location and campus
The college operates in Rigasa, Igabi Local Government Area with potential for additional campuses.
Specialized nursing programs
The college offers programs in midwifery, psychiatric nursing, perioperative nursing, pediatric nursing, accident and emergency nursing.
Healthcare reform initiative
The college supports Kaduna State’s healthcare reform agenda including upgrading 255 primary healthcare centers.
Governing council established
The law creates a Governing Council for strategic direction and an Academic Board for research standards.
Accreditation requirements
All programs must meet Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria accreditation standards.
Healthcare workforce goals
The college aims to strengthen healthcare workforce and improve maternal and child health outcomes.
State government commitment
Kaduna State government plans to develop the college into a center of excellence for nursing education.
Healthcare infrastructure expansion
The college supports Kaduna State’s broader healthcare reforms including hospital rehabilitation and recruitment.
Next steps for healthcare
The college will train specialists to improve emergency response and intensive care services across Kaduna State.
What matters most
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani signed legislation establishing a post-basic nursing college in Rigasa to train specialists in midwifery, pediatric care, and emergency medicine.
