Lagos moves to block medical tourism within health scheme as enrollees game insurance system

Businessday | 19-06-2026 07:15am |

The Lagos State government is preparing to implement significant reforms to its health insurance program aimed at preventing enrollees from exploiting the system for medical tourism. This initiative comes in response to concerns that some participants have been manipulating the insurance framework to seek healthcare services outside the state. The proposed changes are expected to enhance the integrity of the health scheme and ensure that resources are utilized effectively within the local healthcare system. Further details on the specific measures to be introduced are anticipated in the coming weeks.

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