House Of Representatives Seeks Review Of NHIS

The House of Representatives has called for the review of the National Health Insurance Scheme, NHIS Medicines Price List for a better and quality health care delivery to Nigerians.

The House in an urgent motion of Public importance sponsored by the member representing Enugu East/Isi-Uzo Federal Constituency of Enugu State, Professor Paul Nnamchi, said in
View of the Nation’s Present Economic situation, there was the need to review the Medicines Price list.

Prof Nnamchi, explained that NHIS serves as a critical lifeline for millions of Nigerians by providing them with access to affordable health services.

“National Health Insurance Scheme overseen by the National Health Insurance Authority as established by Act 35 of 2022 serves as a critical lifeline for millions of our citizens is envisioned to providing access to affordable, essential and quality healthcare services and medicines for all Nigerians”.

Professor Nnamchi emphasized that in view of the economic situation in the country proactive measures should be taken to promote the health being of Nigerians.

“Our nation is grappling with economic hardship, inflationary pressures, and rising costs of living, which have had a profound impact on the affordability and accessibility of healthcare services and medications for many of our citizens, particularly the vulnerable and marginalized segments of society”.

The lawmaker pointed out that providing quality healthcare services to Nigerians is a core mandate of NHIS, which must be given the desired priority.

Adopting the motion, the House mandated the Committees on Finance, Health Institution, Health care services, and Specialist Health Services, to liaise with the Federal Ministry of Health, National Health Insurance Authority, and other relevant authorities to take necessary and urgent measures to ensure a comprehensive review of the medicines price list under the National Health Insurance Scheme and report back to the house within two weeks.

Oduyemi Odumade, Edited By Grace Namiji