Nigerians Can Now Enrol for National Health Insurance Scheme Online Using NIN
- Nigerians can now enrol for the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) online using their National Identification Number (NIN), according to a presidential aide
- The initiative is part of President Tinubu’s push to make affordable healthcare more accessible nationwide
- Citizens can begin the hassle-free registration process from home via the official NHIA portal
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The Nigerian government has announced that citizens can now enrol for the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) from the comfort of their homes using their National Identification Number (NIN).
D.O. Olusegun, Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Social Media, disclosed the development via an official statement.
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He stated that the initiative forms part of the Tinubu-led administration’s broader commitment to delivering affordable health insurance coverage to all Nigerians without unnecessary bureaucracy.
“This is part of the President Tinubu-led administration’s effort to drive affordable health insurance coverage for all without hassle,” Olusegun said, highlighting the ease and convenience the new digital enrolment process offers.
The online portal, available here, allows users to begin their registration seamlessly, eliminating the need for physical visits to NHIS offices.
The integration of NIN into the enrolment process is expected to streamline verification and enhance data accuracy across the health insurance system.
Health policy analysts have noted that this digital shift could mark a turning point in Nigeria’s efforts to achieve universal health coverage, particularly for underserved populations in remote areas.
The announcement has been met with cautious optimism, as stakeholders await further details on implementation and accessibility for those with limited internet connectivity.
Nonetheless, the move signals a clear intent by the federal government to modernise public health infrastructure and reduce barriers to essential services.
Source: Legit.ng
