Two fake nurses, Evelyn Ataa Amankwah and Collins Agyemang Badu, have been convicted by the Asokwa Circuit Court in Kumasi for posing as staff of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital and offering unauthorized medical services to unsuspecting traders. The two were fined GH₵ 12,000 each after pleading guilty to all charges.
Fake ID Cards Led to Arrest
Evelyn Ataa Amankwah, a 33-year-old private nurse, and Collins Agyemang Badu, a 25-year-old student nurse, were arrested in June 2026 for rendering unauthorised medical services in Kumasi. They had approached an operator of a printing press in Adum, Kumasi, and paid GH₵ 200 to produce fraudulent Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital identity cards for themselves.
The cards, which were issued in June 2026, identified Evelyn Ataa Amankwah as a Disease Control Officer and Collins Agyemang Badu as an Enrolled Nurse. Equipped with the forged identification, the duo targeted business owners and traders at various shops in Asokwa, Kumasi, on June 23, 2026, where they presented themselves as public health officials from KATH.
Court Convicts Pair on Multiple Charges
The two were arraigned before Circuit Court Two on three counts of charges: conspiring to commit crimes, forgery of documents, and practising medicine without registration. They pleaded guilty with explanation and were consequently convicted on their plea.
Evelyn Ataa Amankwah was sentenced to a day in jail, but her sentence was suspended due to her pregnancy. Collins Agyemang Badu was fined GH₵ 12,000, along with Evelyn Ataa Amankwah, after the court convicted them on their plea.
What Happens Next
The fine of GH₵ 12,000 each is a significant amount, and it is likely that the two will have to pay the amount before they can be considered free from the charges. The incident highlights the importance of verifying the identity of medical personnel before receiving treatment.
It also raises questions about the ease with which fake ID cards can be produced and the consequences of such actions. The case will likely serve as a warning to others who may be considering similar actions.
In the meantime, the public is advised to be cautious when dealing with individuals who claim to be medical personnel but cannot provide proof of their identity. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of verifying information before taking action.
Source: Joy Online
