Kogi has 6 NMCN-accredited nursing institutions: 5 run the basic Registered Nurse (RN) programme. The Basic Nursing (RN) tag marks the entry route for new students.
| Institution | Type | NMCN-approved programmes |
|---|---|---|
| ECWA College of Nursing Sciences, Egbe, Kogi State | College of Nursing Sciences | |
| College of Nursing Sciences, Obangede, Kogi State | College of Nursing Sciences | — |
| College of Nursing Sciences, UEC, Ochadamu, Kogi state | College of Nursing Sciences | |
| Nana College of Nursing Sciences, Ayingba, Kogi State | College of Nursing Sciences | |
| Grimard Catholic College of Nursing Sciences, Anyingba, Kogi State | College of Nursing Sciences | |
| Okunland College of Nursing Sciences, Isanlu, Kogi State | College of Nursing Sciences |
Source: Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) — List of Approved/Accredited Nursing Training Institutions and Their Approved Programme (2024 edition). Reconciled 2026-06-18. Spot an error? Report it.
After you graduate: get licensed
Graduating is step one. To practise you must pass the NMCN professional examination and get indexed and registered. Planning to work abroad later? See working abroad as a Nigerian nurse.