48 Nigerian-trained nurses, midwives in UK under investigation for exam fraud

It is important to note that during this process, the suspects are still allowed to work in the UK, which has raised concerns among experts who believe they should be suspended until their cases are resolved.

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Andrea Sutcliffe, CEO Andrea Sutcliffe, CEO of the NMC, expressed sympathy for those innocent applicants who have been caught up in this fraud scandal. She emphasized that the NMC’s main priority is to protect the public, and they are taking this matter seriously.

“We understand this continues to be a distressing time for people facing uncertainty about their application or place on our register,” she said.

“We’re committed to managing these concerns in the safest and fairest way we can.

“It’s been essential to look carefully at all the data and other information presented to us before deciding on the right and proportionate approach for everyone.

“Our paramount concern remains to protect the public by maintaining the integrity of the register for nursing and midwifery professionals practising in the UK.”

The report further said an additional 669 nurses and midwives who are in the process of applying to work in the UK but have not started employment, “are also believed to have obtained their results fraudulently”.