Gov. Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State has flagged off the state health insurance scheme, saying it would improve health care service delivery to the people
Gov. Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State has flagged off the state health insurance scheme, saying it would improve health care service delivery to the people. The governor said the scheme was a manifestation of his administration’s commitment to improving and promoting the socio-economic well-being of the citizenry.
The scheme, which is the first in the state, is aimed at guaranteeing access to quality and affordable health care services and is part of activities marking the sixth year anniversary of the Ajimobi-led administration in the state.
“This insurance scheme is for everyone, especially the poor. It is free for children under age 5 and pregnant women. That is why we have pegged the registration to N200 only and a monthly premium fee of N650.
“This health insurance scheme is one among the various health initiatives we have embarked on to give the people accessible and affordable quality health care,’’ he said.
Also speaking, Dr Sola Akande, the Acting Executive Secretary, Oyo State Health Insurance Agency, said that the health insurance scheme was backed by an enabling law for formal and informal sectors. Akande said that attempts by previous administrations to institutionalize health insurance in the state had failed at different stages.
“The scheme will cater for those who need the services, and even those who cannot pay. It will promote a standard plan with a benefit package that covers over 90 per cent of disease pattern in our communities. The remaining 10 per cent will come with top up packages for interested residents,’’ he said.
