18-10-2021

I Mall. Yakubu Shaidu, the HUPCCT Desk Officer, NSIP(National Social Investment Program) Ajaokuta Chapter, wishes to hail the Federal Government’s for its unwavering determination to emancipate the vulnerable Nigerians through social investment initiatives.

All NSIP programs established by the administration of President Muhamadu Buhari, have so far had significant impact in Ajaokuta Local Government Area and indeed, the entire 774 Local Government Areas across the country.

The State NSIP focal person, Hon Prince Suleiman Onyiekehi has been so workaholic and instrumental in making sure the targeted audience for Conditional Cash Transfer scheme are reached.

He understand that the project is a pathway to have direct access to the poor and vulnerable, using improved social safety net systems for employment opportunities in all Participating States and to provide Targeted Cash Transfers to the poor, vulnerable and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and this was exactly what he adopted for Ajaokuta LG which gave room for about 5205 beneficiaries for Ajaokuta Only. Kudos sir.

I wish to extol the most security conscious chairman of Ajaokuta LG, Hon Akaaba Aliyu Mustapha who has created an enabling environment for peace and orderliness to thrive, making it easy for us to control such number of people while paying them. The hitch & glitch free process is as a result of effective security architecture & welfarism provided for NSIP officials by the Hon Chairman.

Mrs Faliat Yinka, the state Head of Unit, Condition Cash Transfer deserves accolades for her effectiveness and resourcefulness. She is conscious about the fact that Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) Programme is one of the scheme that is led by the World Bank for the purpose of Poverty Alleviation and on this notion, she has always been performing her avowed responsibilities diligently to the best interest of the people of Ajaokuta LG and Kogi State at large.

Therefore, I wish encourage all the beneficiaries to key into savings in their various groups formed to avoid exuberant expenditure of the fund

I sincerely wish to appreciate the security personnels for their utmost display of professionalism, civility and forthrightness which enabled me to succeed in coordinating the task placed on my shoulder as the HUPCCT Desk Officer for Ajaokuta Local Government.

Congratulations to all the beneficiaries.

Mall. Yakubu Shaidu.
Desk Officer Ajaokuta LGA.

By Abah Benjamin Eneojoh

Residents of Kpata area of Lokoja in Lokoja Local Government Area have describe the Executive Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello as “God’s sent and a promise keeping man.”

The leader of Kpata Market Group, Mr Musa Iliasu Joda made this revelation in Lokoja today while addressing Journalists who were on inspection tour to the Embarkment work along Kpata-Lokoja International Market road.

Mr Iliasu revealed that the people of Kpata remained exceptionally grateful grateful to His Excellency Governor Yahaya Bello, affirming that Kpata has tremendously benefited from the administration of Governor Yahaya Bello than any other administration so far in the State.

In his word ” when our road was cut into two by the flood, along Foundation faith Church (Salem Church) road, His Excellency through the Ministry of Works and Housing and Kogi State Road maintenance Agency (Kogroma) promptly swung into action and reconstructted the delapited parts immediately.

Joda further noted that, “even Nature is at peace with Governor Bello and his Cabinet” explaining that, the seasonal flooding stopped this year because the Governor has taken proactive measures to halt its recurrence.

He finally advised the populace to be careful in the way and manner in which wastes are disposed in order to avoid blocking the waster ways.

To put a total stop to the yearly menace of flooding within Lokoja metropolis, the Executive Governor of Kogi State Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello has commenced the construction of Emmarkment along Pata -Lokoja International Market Road.
This is a bold step that will turn around the economic situation of the people of Kogi State.

The Importance of Health Insurance In Nigeria 2023

Understand the importance of health insurance in Nigeria and why you should buy a policy for yourself.

Health insurance in Nigeria is a type of insurance coverage wherein, an insured can claim payments for his medical and surgical expenses over.

What is Health Insurance In Nigeria?

Health insurance in Nigeria is an agreement whereby insurance company in Nigeria agrees to undertake a guarantee of compensation for medical expenses in case the insured falls ill or meets with an accident which leads to hospitalization of the insured in Nigeria.

Generally, insurance companies in Nigeria have tie-ups with the leading hospitals so as to provide cashless treatment to the insured. In case the insurance company in Nigeria has no tie-ups with the hospital, they reimburse the cost of expenses incurred by the insured.
The government also promotes health insurance in Nigeria by providing a deduction from income tax.

Importance of Health Insurance In Nigeria

Buying a health insurance in Nigeria policy for yourself and your family is important because medical care is expensive in Nigeria, especially in the private sector. Hospitalisation can burn a hole in your pocket and derail your finances. It will become even tough, if the person who brings in the money, is now in a hospital bed.

All this can be avoided by just paying a small annual premium which would lessen your stress in case of medical emergencies. A good health insurance policy in Nigeria would usually cover expenses made towards doctor consultation fees, costs towards medical tests, ambulance charges, hospitalization ambulance charges in Nigeria, hospitalization costs and even post-hospitalization recovery costs to a certain extent.

Benefits of having a Health insurance Policy In Nigeria

Cashless Treatment: If you are insured in Nigeria, you can get cashless treatments as your insurance company would work in collaboration with various hospital networks.
Pre and post hospitalization cost coverage: Insurance policy in Nigeria also covers pre and post hospitalization charges up to the period of 60 days, depending on the insurance plans purchased in Nigeria.

Transportation Charges: Insurance policy in Nigeria also covers the amount paid to ambulance towards the transportation of insured.
No Claim Bonus (NCB): This is the bonus element which is paid to the insured in Nigeria if the insured does not file a claim for any treatment in the previous year.

Medical Checkup: Insurance policy in Nigeria also provide options for health checkups. Nigerian Free health checkup is also provided by some insurers based on your previous NCBs.
Room Rent: Insurance policy in Nigeria also covers room expenses depending on the premium being paid by the insured.
Tax Benefit: Premium paid on Health insurance in Nigeria is tax deductible under section 80D of the Income Tax Act..

How to Select the Right Insurance Policy In Nigeria

It’s difficult to select the best insurance policies in Nigeria as all insurance company in Nigeria provides a similar type of insurance plan. Hence some of the important points that any Person should look before purchasing any plans are.

1. Sum Assured
2. Minimum Entry Age and renewability clause
3. Room Rent Capping
4. Inclusion and Exclusion
5. No Claim Bonus
6. Other Benefits