JOURNALISTS COVERING HOUSE OF REPS ENROLLED INTO 1 YEAR FCT HEALTH INSURANCE SCHEME скачать в хорошем качестве

JOURNALISTS COVERING HOUSE OF REPS ENROLLED INTO 1 YEAR FCT HEALTH INSURANCE SCHEME

Journalists covering the House of Representatives have been enrolled into the Federal Capital Territory Health Insurance Scheme following the sponsorship of one year coverage by the Chairman of the House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Mr. Akin Rotimi. The symbolic presentation of enrollment identity cards held Thursday at the National Assembly Complex, with stakeholders describing the intervention as a milestone in strengthening journalists’ welfare and supporting Nigeria’s drive toward universal health coverage. Sponsor of the programmme, Mr. Rotimi said the initiative was anchored on the commitment of the 10th Assembly to strengthen engagement with the media and support the wellbeing of journalists covering legislative activities. He said the intervention recognised the demanding nature of journalism, particularly for reporters who work long hours covering parliamentary activities. Spokesman of the House acknowledged the support of the Speaker Dr. Abbas Tajudeen, noting that the Press Corps plays a critical role in the country’s legislative process. In her remarks, the Mandate Secretary of the FCT Health Services and Environment Secretariat, Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Baba-Gaba Adam described the sponsorship as a significant contribution to expanding healthcare access. In a goodwill message, Chairperson of the FCT Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Comrade Grace Ike, said the initiative underscored the importance of journalists in democratic governance. Chairman of the House of Representatives Press Corps, Mr. Gboyega Onadiran, described the programme as a practical step toward universal health coverage in Nigeria. He expressed appreciation to the 10th House spokesman, Mr. Rotimi and the FCT Health Services Secretariat for the collaboration that made the initiative possible.