02/12/2025
RSUTH Hosts SANAS Accreditation Follow‑up Assessment
_Port Harcourt, Nigeria –_ The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) recently welcomed a follow‑up accreditation assessment visit by the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS). The purpose of the visit was to evaluate RSUTH’s Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) laboratory progress and sustainability since its initial certification with the ISO 15189 - 2022 accreditation in 2024.
Mr. Zubairu Umaru Team Lead of the IHVN Molecular Laboratory made his remark on the follow‑up objective, clarifying that the visit is a routine sustainability check—not a new accreditation—and that RSUTH’s current accreditation remains valid until 2028. He emphasized the strong, collaborative relationship between SANAS and RSUTH management and expressed his desire to see the partnership sustained.
The Rivers State University Chief Medical Director Prof. Chizindu A. Alikor. ably represented by Dr. Simeon C. Amadi, Assistant Chief Medical Director-2 (ACMD 2), welcomed the visitors. Dr. Simeon Amadi detailed the strides made since 2024, confirming that all prior concerns have been addressed and that sustainability plans are now fully integrated into hospital operations. He also acknowledged the support of Governor Siminalaye Fubara and the Rivers State Government in driving RSUTH’s growth.
The SANAS team after the discussions conducted a comprehensive tour of the facilities and thereafter, expressed their satisfaction with the level of compliance with the required standards.
RSUTH’s continued collaboration with SANAS underscores its commitment to delivering high‑quality healthcare services and maintaining accreditation through continuous improvement and effective leadership.
The visit wrapped up with a photo session, symbolizing the successful engagement between the two organizations.
