In its commitment to leaving no one behind in accessing quality healthcare services through GIFSHIP, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Edo State, embarked on an outdoor social marketing campaign with a raffle draw contest to Osa Market (Ekiosa) in the Benin metropolis, where four market women won a GIFSHIP enrolmemt access.
Following, the NHIA State Coordinator, Edo State, Amb. Theodore Osa Ehannire, in company of staff of Edo State NHIA, was delighted to present to the recipients – their letter of verification to access healthcare for the period of one year as part of Edo NHIA Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
In his address during the presentation ceremony at the Edo State NHIA office, Sapele Road, Benin City, the NHIA State Coordinator, Edo State, stated that the Group Individuals Family Social Health Insurance Program (GIFSHIP) stands as a transformative initiative aimed at providing comprehensive and affordable health insurance coverage for individuals, families, and social groups in Edo.
Ehannire noted that the GIFSHIP membership is open to individuals of all age groups and foreigners residing in Nigeria.
“It is funded through contributions made by interested individuals, families, and groups. The contribution structure is as follows: individual subscribers contribute N45,000 per year and can include two direct dependents. Families contribute N60,000 per year, with additional dependents beyond the initial two enrolled at a rate of N15,000 each.
“Groups must consist of a minimum of ten members, except for small-scale enterprises with fewer than five employees, who contribute N15,000 per person annually,” he said.
According to Ehannire, “These contribution rates are subject to revision by the NHIA as necessary. A 60-day waiting period is in place before contributors can access care, allowing the authorities to complete the administrative processes required for participation and mitigating adverse selection.”
It is pertinent to state that GIFSHIP represents a vital step towards ensuring that every citizen in Edo State has access to quality healthcare services without financial constraints.
Ehannire further expressed, “By pooling resources and leveraging collective bargaining power, this program offers a sustainable solution to the healthcare challenges faced by many in our society.
“Our primary objective at the NHIA, Edo State office is to drive enrollment and raise awareness about the benefits of GIFSHIP.
“To this end, we recently organized a vibrant market rally, engaging with the local community and spreading the message of health insurance accessibility.
“As a culmination of the event, we are proud to announce that we provided free GIFSHIP enrollment for four deserving market women, symbolizing our commitment to inclusivity and equitable healthcare access for all.
“Through strategic outreach efforts, innovative initiatives, and a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, we are determined to sustain enrollment and awareness of GIFSHIP across Edo State.
“We firmly believe that by working together and embracing the principles of solidarity and community support, we can build a healthier and more resilient society for generations to come.”
Ultimately, Amb. Ehannire called on partners and stakeholders to join the transformative journey, as Edo State NHIA pave the way for a brighter future through GIFSHIP.
“Together, we can ensure that every individual, family, and social group in Edo State has the opportunity to access the healthcare they deserve,” he remarked.
