Agbozume: Mr Bright Dzila, Ketu District Manager of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), has been commended for his exemplary leadership. Ms Susan Chobbah, Volta Regional Director of the NHIA, highlighted Mr Dzila's innovative approach in ensuring that the Ketu South Satellite Office at Agbozume is well-equipped to deliver quality services.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Dzila's leadership has significantly improved the office environment, which has resulted in enhanced service delivery and accountability within the Agbozume and Klikor enclave. Ms Chobbah made these remarks during a working visit to the NHIA offices in the Keta and Ketu South districts, including the Agbozume Satellite Office.
She also praised the dedication of the staff, acknowledging their efforts to increase enrolment onto the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). She stated, "The dedication, commitment and resilience by all staff, especially the field workers in carrying out the 24-hour registration as directed by the Executive Management is greatly commendable."
Ms Chobbah encouraged the staff to intensify public education, community engagement, and door-to-door registration campaigns to bring the scheme closer to the people, particularly in underserved communities. She urged them to take full advantage of the remaining two weeks of the ongoing waiver period to boost enrolment and contribute to achieving the Authority's Universal Health Coverage target by 2026.
The Regional Director assured the staff of Management's continued commitment to providing the necessary operational and administrative support and addressing their challenges. Mr Emmanuel Avinu, Volta Regional Operations Manager of NHIA, advised staff to adopt innovative strategies and leverage existing networks to increase enrolment.
He encouraged collaboration with community leaders, Assembly Members, and organised groups such as cultural troupes, football teams, and drivers' unions to mobilise more people onto the Scheme.