Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria

CHPRBN Hosts Pan-African Health Sciences University Kenya on Advocacy Visit to Forge Partnership for Community Health Workforce Training

Abuja, Nigeria.
7th May, 2026.

The Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria (CHPRBN) has welcomed a high-level delegation from the Pan-African Health Sciences University on an advocacy visit aimed at establishing a strategic partnership for the training of community health practitioners across the country.

The Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of CHPRBN, Assoc. Prof. Bashir Idris (Lifidin Jama’a), expressed the Board’s excitement as he warmly received the university delegation. In his opening remarks, Assoc. Prof. Idris reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to collaboration that enhances the quality and accessibility of community health services.

Speaking during the visit, the leader of the Pan-African Health Sciences University team and Director of Advancement, Dr. Edius Makono, who stated that the purpose of the advocacy visit was to align with the Board toward improving the training standards and operational readiness of community health practitioners in Nigeria.

“We are here to explore synergies and ensure that our training curricula and methodologies are in full alignment with the regulatory expectations of CHPRBN, ultimately producing a workforce that meets the health needs of our communities,” Dr. Makono said.

In his response, Assoc. Prof. Bashir Idris reiterated the Board’s readiness to partner with the Pan-African Health Sciences University. He urged the institution to continue striving for excellence in the production of a health workforce that is not only qualified but also deeply committed to serving humanity.

“The Board is open and fully prepared to work with you. We encourage you to sustain the highest standards in training, ensuring that every graduate is competent, compassionate, and ready to make a meaningful impact in community health delivery across Nigeria and beyond,” the Registrar/CEO stated.

The visit marks a significant step toward bridging gaps in community health education and regulation, with both parties agreeing to further technical sessions to formalize the partnership.

CHPRBN Inducts New CHO Graduates, Unveils “Operation Show Me Your Valid License and Certificate,” and Launches International Journal of Community Health Practice

Abuja, Nigeria
6th May, 2026.

The Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria (CHPRBN) has today marked a historic milestone with a triple-event ceremony to strengthen accountability, scholarship, and professionalism in the community health sector.

The event, officially declared open by the Chairman of the House Committee on Health, Hon. Amos Magaji Gwamna, witnessed the induction of newly qualified Community Health Officers (CHOs), the nationwide unveiling of an enforcement campaign, and the launch of a new academic journal.

In his keynote address, the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of CHPRBN, Associate Professor Bashir Idris (Lifidin Jama’a), congratulated the inductees for completing their training and examinations. He charged them to serve with a sense of humility and empathy as they enter professional practice.

“You are stepping into a sacred covenant with communities that often lack access to orthodox medicine. Let humility guide your interactions and empathy shape your clinical decisions,” he said.

The Board formally launched its nationwide enforcement and compliance campaign tagged: Operation Show Me Your Valid License and Certificate. The initiative is designed to sanitise the profession by ensuring that only duly registered and licensed practitioners are allowed to practice across Nigeria.

The Registrar warned that henceforth, any practitioner unable to produce a valid license and certificate upon demand by enforcement teams will face immediate sanctions, including possible closure of facilities and prosecution.

In a move to bridge research and policy, CHPRBN unveiled its flagship peer-reviewed publication, the International Journal of Community Health Practice. The journal will serve as a platform for evidence-based research, policy dialogue, and innovation in community health.

Declaring the occasion open, Hon. Amos Magaji Gwamna commended CHPRBN for its regulatory vigilance and academic foresight. He reiterated the National Assembly’s commitment to supporting policies that protect the public from quackery and unprofessional conduct.

“A licensed practitioner is a safe practitioner. This campaign will receive our legislative backing,” Hon. Gwamna stated.

BREAKING NEWS:

Senate Resolution Confers Approval for BCHS Programme at Federal University Dutse, Establishing First-of-Its-Kind Federal University Partnership with Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria (CHPRBN).

The Senate of Federal University Dutse, Jigawa State, has approved the launch of the Bachelor of Community Health Science (BCHS) programme. This makes it the first federal university in Nigeria to run the BCHS through a formal partnership with the Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria (CHPRBN).

The decision creates a landmark link between academia and professional regulation, aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s health workforce with standardized, competency-based training. The Senate’s approval followed due process and aligns with existing regulatory frameworks for community health education.

CHPRBN Registrar/CEO, Assoc. Prof. Bashir Idris, was commended for his leadership and advocacy in turning regulatory policy into academic action. The Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Dutse was also praised for guiding the innovative programme through the university’s highest decision-making body.

Legally and institutionally, the partnership sets a precedent for structured collaboration between federal universities and regulatory bodies. The BCHS programme will blend theory, field practice, and regulatory compliance to produce globally competitive community health professionals.

The approval positions Federal University Dutse as a national leader in community health education and strengthens CHPRBN’s mandate. Stakeholders see it as a defining step toward regulatory alignment, academic excellence, and Nigeria’s goal of universal health coverage.

CHPRBN BADMINTON TEAM SECURES VICTORY OVER GURARA BADMINTON CLUB KAFANCHAN

KAFANCHAN, KADUNA STATE.
April 23, 2026

The CHPRBN Badminton Team secured a commanding victory over the Gurara Badminton Club of Kafanchan in a friendly match held in Kafanchan, Kaduna State, on April 23, 2026.

The CHPRBN players demonstrated exceptional teamwork, precision, and sportsmanship, thrilling spectators with an electrifying series of matches.

Following the win, the Registrar/CEO, Associate Professor Bashir Idris Lifidin Jama'a, praised the team for their dedication and discipline, noting that the victory reflects CHPRBN’s culture of excellence.

Team chairman Mr. Francis Maragh was commended for his strategic leadership, and he thanked the Registrar for his support while promising continued hard work in future competitions.

The victory strengthens CHPRBN’s growing reputation in grassroots and institutional sports development across the region.

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CHPRBN HAILS WESLEY UNIVERSITY ONDO FOR COLLABORATION ON MAIDEN INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COMMUNITY HEALTH

ONDO CITY
April 15, 2026

The historic first International Conference on Community Health hosted by Wesley University, Ondo, has drawn participants from across Nigeria and beyond, fostering critical discourse on emerging trends, challenges, and innovations in community health.

The Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria (CHPRBN) has hailed Wesley University, Ondo, for the successful collaboration, describing the event as a landmark achievement in the advancement of community health education and practice in Nigeria.

In his remarks, the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of CHPRBN, Ass. Prof. Bashir Idris (Lifidin Jama’a), expressed the Board’s deep appreciation to the Vice-Chancellor of Wesley University, Ondo, Rt. Rev. Prof. Samuel Sunday Obeka (JP), for providing a suitable and conducive environment for the occasion, as well as for the university’s sustained commitment to the training of community health practitioners.

Ass. Prof. Bashir Idris lauded the Vice-Chancellor’s leadership qualities, describing Rt. Rev. Prof. Samuel Sunday Obeka as a bridge builder, a committed leader, and a true statesman.

“The Vice-Chancellor’s vision and dedication have created a platform where community health education can thrive. He is, without doubt, a bridge builder, a committed leader, and a true statesman,” the Registrar/CEO stated.

Additionally, The CEO commended Dr. Silas Usein for his tireless efforts toward training of community health and achievement of the International Conference.

Responding, the Vice-Chancellor, Rt. Rev. Prof. Samuel Sunday Obeka (JP), expressed profound gratitude to the CHPRBN Registrar/CEO for reposing confidence in Wesley University, Ondo, in the training of community health practitioners. He reaffirmed the university’s resolve to continue producing highly skilled and ethical community health professionals.

Breaking News: CHPRBN acquired three Additional Operational Buses for effective Monitoring and supervision.

13th April, 2026.

The Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria acquired three Additional Operational Buses for effective Monitoring and supervision.

Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako, the Honourable Minister of State for Health has commended the Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria, for its proactive efforts in strengthening the health sector through the acquisition of three operational vehicles aimed at enhancing monitoring and supervisory activities nationwide.

The Minister, who was represented at the commissioning ceremony by his Technical Advisers, described the development as a strategic step toward improving regulatory efficiency and ensuring quality service delivery across community health institutions. He noted that effective monitoring and supervision remain critical components in sustaining standards and accountability within the healthcare system.

According to the Minister, the Board’s investment in operational logistics reflects its commitment to advancing grassroots healthcare services and supporting the broader objectives of the Federal Government in achieving universal health coverage. He further urged the Board to sustain its momentum in implementing innovative and impactful initiatives that will continue to strengthen the capacity of community health practitioners and improve health outcomes across the country.

In his remarks, the Registrar/CEO of CHPRBN Dr Bashir Idris, Lifidin Jama'a expressed appreciation for the continued support and guidance from the Federal Ministry of Health, reaffirming the Board’s dedication to efficient regulation, capacity building, and improved service delivery. He added that the newly commissioned vehicles will significantly boost field operations and facilitate timely supervision of training institutions and practitioners nationwide.

The event marks another milestone in CHPRBN’s ongoing efforts to enhance its operational capacity and fulfil its mandate of regulating and promoting standards in community health practice in Nigeria.

CHPRBN Lauds Kaduna State University as First Public University in North-West to Approve Bachelor of Community Health Sciences (BCHS).

KADUNA, NIGERIA
9th April, 2026.

The Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria (CHPRBN) has announced a landmark academic milestone following a paid collaboration visit to Kaduna State University (KASU). The University Senate has officially approved the establishment of the Bachelor of Community Health Sciences (BCHS) program.

This achievement, described by the Board as historic, positions Kaduna State University as the first public university in the North-West geopolitical zone to approve the BCHS program. The development was hailed as a direct result of visionary leadership, particularly commending the capable and towering efforts of Ass. Professor Bashir Idris (Lifidin Jama’a)

Speaking during the visit, the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of CHPRBN expressed profound appreciation to the university’s leadership for approving the BCHS program at the right time. He emphasised that the timing aligns with the nation’s growing need for skilled community health practitioners.

Beyond the undergraduate program, the Registrar formally requested that the university commence postgraduate programs in Community Health Sciences. He further assured the university of the Board’s full readiness to support the training process, including technical assistance and regulatory backing.

In his remarks, the Vice Chancellor of Kaduna State University, Prof. Abdullahi Musa, thanked the CHPRBN Registrar/CEO for mounting sustained pressure and advocacy toward the program’s realisation. He affirmed that the university is ever ready to support the Board in achieving its mission and vision, pledging full institutional commitment to the success of the new degree program.

Comrade Kabir Yahaya appreciated the university’s proactive stance and called for sustainable development of the program to ensure long-term impact on community health outcomes across the region.