Yobe Government approves enrolment of retirees into health insurance scheme
Yobe Government approves enrolment of retirees into health insurance scheme
The Yobe Government approves the enrolment of state and local government retirees into the Social Equity Programme of its health insurance scheme.
The Executive Secretary of the Yobe Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (YSCHMA), Dr Babagana Tijjani, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Damaturu.
Tijjani said that the approval was granted by Gov. Mai Mala Buni following a recommendation from the agency.
He also said that the initiative was aimed at reducing the financial burden of out-of-pocket expenditure among pensioners and enhancing access to comprehensive and quality healthcare services at YSCHMA-accredited health facilities.
According to him, the approval underscores the state government’s commitment to improving the welfare of retirees and ensuring that senior citizens continue to enjoy quality healthcare after leaving active service.
“This approval is another demonstration of the governor’s commitment to protecting the health and well-being of residents of the state.
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“By bringing retirees under the social equity programme, the government is ensuring that senior citizens can access quality healthcare without suffering financial hardship.”
The executive secretary further said that the inclusion of retirees in the scheme aligned with the administration’s healthcare reform agenda and the state’s drive towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by 2030.
He also described the development as a significant step in expanding access to healthcare and strengthening social protection.
Tijjani commended the governor for approving the initiative and reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to its effective implementation.
He said the YSCHMA would work closely with pension unions, relevant government institutions and healthcare providers to ensure a transparent enrolment process and seamless access to healthcare services for eligible beneficiaries.
Voice Media Trust (VMT NEWS) reports that the YSCHMA was established under Yobe State Law No. 7 of 2019 to implement the state’s contributory healthcare scheme and promote equitable, affordable and qualitative healthcare services for residents.
