The Delta State government is making concerted efforts to achieve universal health coverage by advocating for an increase in enrollment for the health insurance scheme in the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Dr Alfred Ebiakofa, the acting director-general of Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC), called on artisans and members of the informal sector to join the state’s health insurance scheme, with the goal of surpassing one million enrollees by the end of the year….CONTINUE READING
Currently, there are 1.4 million enrollees, with the majority under the equity plan, including pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children under five years. The remaining enrollees are from the formal sector, comprising civil servants and their family members, and about 20,000 from the informal sector.
Dr Ebiakofa stressed the importance of increasing enrollment from the informal sector as it is a crucial aspect in assessing the success of the health insurance program. The focus is on achieving greater coverage for the population and ensuring that vulnerable groups have access to free treatment.
He highlighted that with an affordable premium of N7,000 per annum, enrollees can access treatment for a wide range of prevailing ailments, including malaria, diabetes, hypertension, cough, and more, with surgeries available if necessary.
To enhance enrollment from the informal sector, the government has launched an awareness campaign and is seeking support from politicians and other well-meaning individuals to mobilize residents for free treatment in September. This initiative coincides with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s 100 days in office.
