The Chief Medical Director of Rivers State University Teaching Hospital, Prof. Chizindu A. Alikor, on Monday, July 28, 2026 warmly hosted members of the Historians of Education Development Society of Nigeria, HOEDSON, on a courtesy visit to the hospital.
The delegation, led by Professor Naboth H.A. Nwafor of the Department of Philosophy, was received at the hospital’s conference room.
Speaking during the visit, Prof. Nwafor said the purpose was two-fold: to formally invite Prof. Alikor to HOEDSON’s National Conference scheduled for October 2026, and to seek areas of collaboration to strengthen the relationship between the Society and RSUTH.
He commended Prof. Alikor for his “remarkable contributions to healthcare, education, and leadership,” noting that the CMD’s commitment has continued to position RSUTH as a hub for both medical service and academic excellence.
In his response, Prof. Alikor accepted the invitation and pledged the hospital’s support for the partnership. He stressed the importance of education in national growth.
> “Education is key in the development of any society,” Prof. Alikor, CMD of RSUTH, said. “Teachers play a vital role in shaping future generations and advancing knowledge. As a teaching hospital, we are open to collaborations that will add value.”
The CMD further requested that part of the collaboration should include educational programs and specialized trainings for RSUTH staff by members of the Society, to enhance professional development within the hospital.
Also speaking, Prof. Yusuf Abdulraman, a Representative of the National Executive of the Society and Professor of History, University of Port Harcourt, expressed the delegation’s appreciation to Prof. Alikor for his encouragement and commitment to education. In his vote of thanks, Prof. Yusuf prayed for God’s continued blessing, strength and reward upon the CMD for his “outstanding leadership and kindness.”
The visit ended on a cordial note, with both parties reaffirming their commitment to building a lasting and mutually beneficial partnership between the Historians of Education Development Society of Nigeria and Rivers State University Teaching Hospital.
