Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt
The Chief Executive Officer of the Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP), Dr. Vetty Agala, has urged residents of the state to take proactive steps towards safeguarding their health by embracing preventive healthcare and enrolling in the state’s health insurance scheme.
Speaking during a live radio programme in Port Harcourt, yesterday, Agala said the RIVCHPP was established to provide accessible and affordable healthcare services to all residents of the state, irrespective of their socio-economic status or state of origin.
She reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Rivers State, noting that the scheme is designed to protect residents from the financial burden of out-of-pocket medical expenses while guaranteeing access to quality healthcare services.
According Agala, employers, community leaders and other stakeholders have critical roles to play in expanding health insurance coverage by supporting enrolment campaigns and encouraging residents within their communities to join the scheme.