Bayelsa Medical University Hosts the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN) for Accreditation Exercise for the Health and Information Management Programme

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dimie Ogoina, Principal Officers and Members of the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN)

On Monday and Tuesday, September 28 and 29, 2026, Bayelsa Medical University hosted a four-member accreditation team from the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN) to evaluate and accredit the university’s Health and Information Management Programme.

The intensive two-day exercise showcased the university’s rigorous academic standard, commitment to academic excellence and training qualified, certified health care personnel. The exercise began with the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dimie Ogoina's, welcome speech to the board. The Vice-Chancellor warmly welcomed the Board, assuring them of full cooperation from the institution. He highlighted the steps the university has already taken to ensure the programme’s accreditation process is successful. “Although”, the Vice-Chancellor noted, “the school is always open to feedback and recommendations that will help it grow, as the Board is seen as collaborators for the growth of the school.”

The team lead, O. B. J. Nwani, Esq., PhD, congratulated the institution on the establishment of the programme and commended its efforts, noting that Bayelsa Medical University is among the first institutions in the region to adopt the programme. He highlighted the importance of the programme, as it is a critical and non-negotiable pillar in the medical field. The team lead thanked the Vice Chancellor for the warm reception and assured him that his personal experience and knowledge of Bayelsa reflect the state's strong commitment to education and readiness to support educational development.

Team Lead, O. B. J. Nwani, Esq., PhD and his Team

Consequently, the team began a thorough tour of the two campuses of the institution, starting at the Main Campus Auditorium of BMU. Also, the team painstakingly toured the labs and facilities available to the programme, which included the Health and Information Management Laboratory (CBT Centre), Historical Laboratory Anatomy Museum, Seminar Room, Gross Anatomy Lab, and Rooftop Auditorium, as well as staff offices and classrooms.

Images of the Tour and Evaluation

On the second day, Tuesday, September 29th, 2026, the team visited the Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital (NDUTH), Okolobiri, where the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Prof. Johnbull Jumbo, welcomed the team and lecturers of the department. The CMD assured the team that the department plays an important role in the hospital and noted that NDUTH has consistently welcomed and supported the practical training of Health Information Management students. He noted that the medical field takes the department seriously, and NDUTH is no exception. The CMD pledged the institution’s full cooperation throughout their tour, demonstrating its openness and commitment to supporting the team.

Members of the Team and the CMD of the NDUTH, Prof. Johmbull Jumbo and Management Team

The team lead appreciated the professional gesture and emphasised the importance of accurate data and information in hospital management. He also expressed gratitude for the institution’s recognition of the importance of quality training in Health Information Management.

Following the remarks, the team proceeded with the tour of the facility, starting with a meeting at the Office of the HOD, Health Information Management, the Department of Ophthalmology (Health Records), the Department of Paediatrics, and the Accident and Emergency building. The tour concluded with a courtesy call to the CMD.

The CMD, Prof. Johnbull Jumbo and Members of the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria

The rigorous two-day evaluation concluded with a debriefing session back at the Bayelsa Medical University campus. Delivering his concluding remarks, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dimie Ogoina expressed hope and confidence in the forward momentum of the institution and its departments.