The federal government has launched the National HIV and AIDS Strategic Plan 2026–2030 to transition from donor-supported interventions to a domestically financed and government-led HIV/AIDS response.
LASHMA rates HEFAMAA highly for enforcing the mandatory health insurance executive order in Lagos, achieving 100% compliance during assessment.
Cross River State has enrolled 38,680 residents into its health insurance scheme in five months, targeting 150,000 for the year. The scheme now requires NIN for enrollment.
The Police Officers’ Wives Association collaborates with Nigerian nurses to expand healthcare services and scholarships for police families in Lagos.
Abike Dabiri-Erewa and stakeholders unveil Inclusive Health Insurance Enrolment Programme to provide affordable healthcare to indigent Nigerians, leveraging diaspora expertise.
A Nigerian registered nurse's disclosure of her first post-graduation salary has ignited widespread discussion online, with reactions ranging from sympathy to outrage over compensation in the healthcare sector.
Ultimate Health HMO cites weak standardisation and unclear actuarial guidance as key factors slowing health insurance growth in Nigeria, limiting enrolment and service quality.
Abia State reports 157,462 enrollments in its health insurance scheme, alongside new nurse hires, medical collaborations, and a donated MRI scanner, boosting healthcare access under Governor Alex Otti's reforms.
Ifeanyi Eze, a Nigerian man living in the US, expressed shock after receiving a $23,000 hospital bill for his wife's straightforward childbirth and two-day stay, highlighting America's high healthcare costs.
Medical expert warns delayed care and low NHIA enrollment mask Nigeria's true disease burden. Calls for community action and stronger PHC to achieve Universal Health Coverage.
NANNM Oyo State Council rejects proposed 7.5% salary deduction for health insurance, citing financial strain on workers. Read their full statement and demands.
Resident doctors demand reinstatement of sacked colleagues in Kogi and payment of 18-month arrears. NARD warns of total shutdown from Jan 12 if government fails to act.
Health stakeholders call for urgent reform of Nigeria's dysfunctional health insurance scheme after a free medical outreach in Port Harcourt highlights the deadly cash-and-carry system.
The body of missing Nigerian doctor, Dr. Cletus Iwuagwu, was recovered from an Ohio lake on Christmas Day. Authorities are investigating the cause of death.
Labour advocates urge IPMAN to provide health insurance for petrol station workers nationwide, citing daily exposure to toxic fumes and fire hazards. This follows NNPCL's new scheme for its retail workers.
Taraba State launches an E-Referral and Claims Management System under its health insurance scheme, aiming to provide seamless healthcare for over 112,000 enrollees and move towards universal coverage.
Commercial motorcyclists in Abeokuta protest a new N200 daily health insurance levy, calling it exploitation. Council chairmen defend the scheme as vital welfare. Read the full story.
Nigeria's NHIA and private sector leaders target 2026 to enroll millions from the informal sector into health insurance. Success hinges on digital tools, enforcement, and rebuilding public trust. #HealthInsurance #UHC
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Federal workers protest unexplained NHIS deductions from October 2025 salaries. NLC demands refund, calls government action 'wage theft'. Read full details.
Lagos State introduces hybrid health financing model with LPHP partnership. Goal: 70% insurance coverage in 5 years, 40% reduction in catastrophic health spending. Access affordable healthcare now!
Federal workers protest unexplained NHIS deductions from October salaries. NLC condemns government's failure to notify and dialogue before implementing mandatory health insurance contributions.
NNPC Retail Ltd launches health insurance scheme for over 7,000 petrol station attendants nationwide, enhancing welfare and service delivery. Read about this worker-focused initiative.
AXA Mansard Health launches iMED, providing Nigerians with global health insurance coverage in over 11,000 hospitals worldwide including US and UK facilities.