The Lagos State Government has announced that health insurance will now be compulsory for all residents of the state. The new mandate will be enforced through the Ilera Eko scheme, a subsidised health‑insurance programme designed to cover the population.
Under the Ilera Eko plan, each individual will pay an annual premium of N15,000. The cost is intended to be affordable while ensuring that citizens have access to essential medical services across Lagos.
Details on how the compulsory enrolment will be implemented, the specific benefits covered, and the timeline for rollout have not yet been released by the state authorities. The government has said that the scheme will be available to all residents, regardless of income level.
For more information, residents can visit the official Lagos State Health Department website or contact local health insurance offices.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
