The unified health certification exam was officially launched in Niger's Dosso region on October 3, 2026, at the Ecole Normale Mali Béro de Dosso. The event was attended by regional and local authorities, including Colonel-major Bana Alhassane, the region's governor, and Madame Halimatou Saadiya Maman Baraya, president of the regional jury. The exam is part of a national reform to improve healthcare quality and harmonize initial training.
This year's exam features a significant innovation: digital registration. An online platform was launched in August to modernize candidate management, increase transparency, and streamline organization. A total of 9,143 candidates from 65 public and private institutions nationwide are taking part in the exam. In the Dosso region, 1,426 candidates are competing, with 453 men (32%) and 973 women (68%).
The candidates come from six health training schools in the region, including the Institut Supérieur des Paramédicaux Nightingale (ISPN – Gaya), the Institut International de Santé Koubeÿni (IIS – Gaya), and the Institut Supérieur des Professionnels de Santé (ISPS – Dosso). The exam covers several fields, including basic health agents (473 candidates), nursing licenses (623 candidates), and obstetric care licenses (324 candidates).
According to Governor Bana Alhassane, the goal of this reform is to reduce disparities between theory and practice, harmonize initial training, and ensure better healthcare for the population. The theoretical exams will be followed by practical exams scheduled from October 6 to 16, 2026. The Dosso region is fully committed to this national effort to provide qualified healthcare personnel capable of meeting the growing needs of the population.
The exam is being held in the presence of defense and security forces, as well as regional health officials. The governor encouraged the candidates, wishing them success and courage. The launch of the exam marks an important step in strengthening the national healthcare system.
The unified health certification exam is a significant step towards improving healthcare quality in Niger. With a focus on harmonizing initial training and increasing the quality of care, the exam aims to address the country's healthcare needs. The results of the exam will be crucial in determining the future of healthcare in the region.
Key points
- A total of 1,426 candidates are taking part in the unified health certification exam in Niger's Dosso region.
- The exam is part of a national reform aimed at harmonizing initial training and improving healthcare quality.
- The exam features a digital registration platform, which was launched in August to modernize candidate management and increase transparency.
