Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria

21/04/2026

*Registrar Leads DHIS2 Training to Reposition HIM Tutors for Digital Healthcare Era*

The Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of the Health Records Officers’ Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN), Alhaji Babagana Mustapha, has launched a nationwide capacity-building workshop on the District Health Information System 2 (DHIS2) for tutors of Health Information Management (HIM) institutions, declaring digital competence “non-negotiable” for the future of the profession.

Speaking at the opening ceremony in Abuja, Bavagaba said the initiative represents a deliberate policy shift aimed at aligning HIM education with Nigeria’s growing data-driven healthcare reforms.

“In today’s healthcare environment, the ability to generate, manage, analyse and utilise accurate health data is fundamental to effective decision-making and improved health outcomes,” he said.

“DHIS2 is not static. It continues to evolve, and our knowledge and competence must evolve with it.”
He described HIM tutors as critical stakeholders in the health sector, noting that they play a central role in shaping the next generation of practitioners. According to him, strengthening their capacity through continuous training on DHIS2 has become a priority for the Board.

The Registrar outlined key objectives of the workshop to include promoting continuous professional development among HIM educators, improving the quality and relevance of training in HIM institutions, aligning education with national health priorities and global best practices, and advancing digital transformation in health information management.

He further urged participants to translate the knowledge gained into improved teaching methodologies. “This platform for collaboration and innovation must reflect in your classrooms and, ultimately, in your students’ competence,” he added.

The initiative has drawn support from major health institutions across the country. The Chief Medical Director of the National Hospital Abuja, Professor Muhammad Raji Mahmud, who was represented by Dr. Shagaya U., noted that the role of health records professionals has expanded beyond mere data collection.
“Quality health records are essential to improving healthcare systems. This DHIS2 workshop comes at a critical time to drive standardisation and collaboration,” he said while declaring the workshop open.

Also speaking, Dr. Nasiru Sani, Vice President of the Association of Health Records and Information Practitioners of Nigeria, described the theme of the training as timely and relevant. Representing the National President, he said the workshop would enhance awareness of the HIM profession’s strategic role in health data management, particularly given the flexibility and scalability of DHIS2.

The HRORBN workshop signals a broader push by regulators to digitise Nigeria’s health data ecosystem by first equipping the educators responsible for training the country’s health information workforce.

10/04/2026

*HRORBN Overhauls Examination Guidelines to Curb Misconduct, Align with Global Standards*

The Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN) has unveiled a comprehensive review of its examination guidelines, introducing a new Examination Misconduct Act in what is considered the Board’s most significant reform in over a decade. The initiative is aimed at strengthening the integrity of its certification process and aligning with global best practices.

The highlight of the stakeholders’ session was the formal presentation of the newly developed Examination Misconduct Guidelines to the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, *Alhaji Babagana Mustapha*, by the consultant, *Barrister Ibrahim Azara*.

Speaking at the event, Alhaji Babagana Mustapha explained that participants were carefully selected because of their “critical roles in the profession and in training the next generation of health records officers.” He commended Barrister Azara for “expertly designing the Board’s Examination Misconduct Act,” and also praised the dedication of the Board’s top management staff.

Special recognition was given to the Examination and Records Department, led by *Mr.* *Tobechukwu Vincent* *Uba*, for its “outstanding work” in driving the review and ensuring the successful development of the new guidelines.

In his remarks, Barrister Azara stated that the new framework was designed to “improve collaboration among key stakeholders, safeguard students, and enforce uniform standards.”

He added that “full implementation will strengthen the credibility of HRORBN examinations and bring the Board in line with global best practices.”

The reform comes at a time when professional regulatory bodies across the country are tightening assessment protocols to combat examination malpractice and restore public confidence in certification processes.

Stakeholders present at the session included: Dr. Adio Razak, Dr. Wada Aliyu, Mallam Abdul Bala Ghali, Mr. Abubakar Magaji, Dr. Muhammed Shatima, Hajia Salamat Queen Jimah, Mr. Mohammed Musa Ose, Mr. Tobechukwu Vincent Uba, and Mr. Saidu Abdulmalik.

05/04/2026

20/03/2026

*EID-EL-FITR: HRORBN Registrar/CEO Felicitates with Muslim Faithful*
The Registrar/CEO of the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN), Alhaji Babagana Mustapha, has extended warm Eid-el-Fitr greetings to staff, Health Information Management practitioners, and Muslims across Nigeria and the world on the successful completion of Ramadan.

In his message, Alhaji Babagana described Eid-el-Fitr as a time of renewal, hope, and strengthened faith, urging Nigerians to uphold the values of unity, compassion, and peaceful coexistence.
He called on all to embrace the spirit of love, kindness, and togetherness that defines the season, while praying that Almighty Allah (SWT) accepts all acts of worship, forgives shortcomings, and grants peace, happiness, and prosperity to all.

Eid Mubarak!

13/03/2026

*HRORBN TMC Holds First Strategic Meeting of the Year*

The Top Management Committee (TMC) of the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN) has held its inaugural meeting for the year at the Board’s headquarters in Abuja, with deliberations focused on strategic planning and effective policy implementation in line with the Board’s operational agenda.

The meeting, chaired by the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, Alhaji Babagana Mustapha, provided a platform for management to review key priorities for the year, particularly issues relating to staff welfare and the reviewed Scheme of Service for Health Information Management recently submitted to the National Salaries, Income and Wages Commission.

A major highlight of the meeting was the presentation of an Award of Recognition to the Registrar/CEO by the National Association of Health Information Management Students (NAHIMS) Comrade Olaniyi Olaoluwa in appreciation of his dedication and significant contributions to the advancement of the Health Information Management (HIM) profession in Nigeria at the South Western Conference, Tagged: Open the Gap.
The award was presented on behalf of the National Executive Council of NAHIMS by the South-West Zonal Coordinator, Mrs. Champion Afolayan, who commended the Registrar for his unwavering commitment to professional development and mentorship within the sector.

In his remarks, Alhaji Mustapha expressed appreciation for the honour, describing it as a motivation for the Board to continue strengthening professional standards and improving service delivery in Health Information Management across the country.
He reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to policies and initiatives that will further promote excellence, capacity building, and the growth of the profession.

The meeting underscored HRORBN’s resolve to consolidate ongoing reforms and drive strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing Health Information Management practice in Nigeria.

08/03/2026

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02/03/2026

*HRORBN Submits Proposed Job Description, Scheme of Service to NSIWC*

The Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN), under the leadership of its Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, Alhaji Babagana Mustapha, has officially submitted a proposed Job Description and Scheme of Service for Health Information Management to the National Salary, Income and Wages Commission (NSIWC).
The proposal was developed in collaboration with the Association of Health Records and Information Management Professionals of Nigeria (AHRIMPN), represented by three members of its National Executive Council (NEC), led by the National Secretary, Suleiman Mu’azu.
The submission was made on February 27, 2026, at the HRORBN Head Office in Abuja.
The proposed job schedule is designed to address both current and emerging challenges confronting Health Information Management practitioners. It is expected to significantly enhance practitioners’ welfare, strengthen career progression pathways, and improve overall working conditions within the profession.

15/01/2026

*Health Records and Information Management: The Silent Backbone of Healthcare Delivery in Nigeria*

*Written by Suleiman Mu'azu on Thursday 15th January, 2026*

The ongoing industrial action by the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU), now entering its second month, has once again exposed a critical but often under-appreciated reality in Nigeria’s healthcare system: no segment of healthcare can function effectively in isolation.

A recent viral video by a young medical doctor rightly emphasized that healthcare delivery is a team effort, requiring the coordinated contribution of all professionals.

A particular note is her candid observation on the current situation in many public health facilities: clinics are empty, not necessarily because doctors and nurses are unwilling to work, but because patient health information is inaccessible in the absence of Health Records and Information Management (HRIM) practitioners. Historically, healthcare delivery in many facilities operated with limited structure—patients were seen, investigations requested externally, and drugs purchased outside hospitals. However, with improved compliance to standards, accountability, appointment systems, and health information governance, medical records professionals have become central to clinic operations. Without properly prepared case notes (manually or electronically), operation / appointment lists, clinic folders, and information flow, clinicians are unable to function optimally, regardless of their expertise.

Health Records and Information Management practitioners serve as the custodians of patient information, ensuring continuity of care, confidentiality, accuracy, and availability of data at the point of care. Beyond clinical support, their role extends to medical research, health statistics, policy planning, training, and education of medical doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Teaching hospitals, residency programmes, epidemiological studies, and health system evaluations all depend heavily on reliable health records data.

*The current situation has clearly demonstrated that healthcare delivery collapses when health information systems collapse*. This reality underscores the strategic importance of HRIM practitioners as a foundational pillar of the healthcare system working quietly in the background, yet indispensable to patient care outcomes.

I therefore sincerely appreciate Health Records and Information Management practitioners across Nigeria, as well as Heads of Departments who continue to uphold professional standards, often under difficult conditions. Your dedication sustains the integrity of healthcare delivery, even when your contributions are not always visible to the public.

Finally, all practitioners are encouraged to continue supporting and strengthening their professional association and regulatory body, as collective unity remains the most effective tool for advancing the profession, protecting its scope of practice, and securing its rightful place in healthcare governance.

Together, the profession can be lifted to greater heights, for the benefit of patients, professionals, and the Nigerian health system at large.

*Health Records matter, Health information matters. And those who manage it matter*

Thank you for reading

28/11/2025

AHRIMPN Leadership Pays Courtesy Visit to HRORBN Registrar/CEO

The newly elected National President of the Association of Health Information Management Practitioners of Nigeria (AHRIMPN), Mr. Abiodun Afolabi, on Friday led a delegation of his executive team on a courtesy visit to the Registrar/CEO of the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN), Alhaji Babagana Mustapha, at the Board’s headquarters in Abuja.

Welcoming the delegation, Alhaji Mustapha reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to supporting the association in advancing the Health Information Management (HIM) profession in Nigeria. He noted that HRORBN would continue to uphold its regulatory responsibilities in line with its statutory mandate, while strengthening collaboration with key stakeholders.

In his remarks, Mr. Afolabi expressed appreciation to the Registrar and the entire HRORBN workforce for their role in the successful hosting of the 44th Annual Scientific Conference/AGM, tagged “Abuja Renewal Conference 2025.” He appealed for sustained cooperation and guidance as the new leadership begins its tenure, pledging to uphold professionalism and excellence.

The AHRIMPN President also introduced members of his executive team, which includes two HRORBN staff: Hajia Halima Haruna Ahmed, who serves as National Woman Leader, and Mustapha Saidu Suleiman, the newly elected financial secretary

Former National President, Comrade Michael Mallo, and senior management staff of HRORBN were also in attendance.

The visit marks a renewed commitment to strengthening institutional ties and driving collective efforts toward the growth and development of the HIM profession in Nigeria.

25/11/2025

*HEALTH MINISTER LAMENTS UNDUE RIVALRY IN THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM*

The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziak Adekunle Salako, has expressed concern over the undue rivalry that continues to create bottlenecks in Nigeria’s healthcare system. He raised this issue at the 44th Annual Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Association of Health Records and Information Management Practitioners of Nigeria, themed “Abuja Renewal Conference 2025.”

Dr. Salako emphasized the need for teamwork and harmony across professional lines, noting that every health worker plays a vital role in achieving an efficient and improved healthcare system. He underscored Health Information Management (HIM) as a critical component of the ministry’s strategic blueprint, encompassing good governance, quality healthcare delivery, the health value chain, and national health security.

The Minister commended the outgoing National President of the Association, Comrade Michael Mallo, for his service and assured the Association of the ministry’s readiness to collaborate with the incoming leadership.

In his remarks, the Registrar/CEO of the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN), Alhaji Babagana Mustapha, reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to innovation, digital readiness, and capacity building. He noted that the Board will continue to roll out initiatives aimed at enhancing digital health compliance, expanding continuous professional development programmes, improving licensing systems, and supporting institutions in updating HIM-related curricula.
“Technology is essential and a core component of the future of healthcare delivery,” he said, stressing the importance of collaboration among practitioners, educators, policymakers, technology developers, and healthcare providers.

Also speaking, Comrade Michael Mallo reflected on his tenure, noting that his administration focused on restoring unity among members and promoting professional growth. He highlighted enhanced stakeholder engagement, strengthened advocacy on digital health literacy, and improved work ethics.
“Today, our members are becoming more participatory in the affairs of the Association and the profession,” he stated.

The conference provided a robust platform for stakeholders to discuss emerging trends, share best practices, and reinforce the pivotal role of HIM professionals in advancing national health reforms.

25/10/2025

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