Between Policy and People: Inside LASHMA’s Push to Make ILERA EKO Work for Lagos

PM NEWS Nigeria | 26-08-2026 07:15pm |

The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has emphasized the role of the media in promoting public acceptance of the mandatory health insurance scheme, ILERA EKO. The agency noted that government announcements alone are insufficient and that continuous explanation, clarification, and scrutiny are necessary for the policy's success. This approach aims to ensure that residents understand and embrace the health insurance program.

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