President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Senator Ibrahim Yahaya Oloriegbe as the new chairman of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), reinforcing his administration’s commitment to improving healthcare access and governance in Nigeria.
In an official statement released on Sunday, the Presidency confirmed the appointment, emphasizing the President’s confidence in Dr. Oloriegbe’s ability to drive strategic reforms and ensure efficient healthcare delivery under the NHIA framework. The newly appointed chairman, a former Senator and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, brings extensive experience in the health sector and policy implementation to the role.
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Dr. Oloriegbe holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from Ahmadu Bello University and a Master’s in Coaching and Consultation from the University of Oxford and HEC Paris. He is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) and the International AIDS Society (IAS).
The NHIA plays a crucial role in Nigeria’s healthcare system, working to expand health insurance coverage and improve service delivery across the country. Tinubu’s administration has prioritized health sector reforms, and this latest appointment is seen as a step towards strengthening the NHIA’s capacity to achieve universal health coverage.
Stakeholders have expressed optimism about the appointment, with expectations that the new leadership will enhance transparency, efficiency, and the overall effectiveness of health insurance programs in Nigeria.
Further details on the chairman’s agenda and strategic plans are expected to be unveiled in the coming weeks.