13/02/2026
*FCT Health Insurance Scheme, House of Representatives Partner to Provide Health Cover for Press Corps*
The House of Representatives, in collaboration with the FCT Health Insurance Scheme (FHIS), is set to provide a social health insurance cover for members of the House of Representatives Press Corps on Tuesday.
The Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Hon. Akin Rotimi Jr., disclosed this while receiving the FCT Mandate Secretary for Health and Environment Dr. Dolapo Fasawe during a courtesy visit at the National Assembly, Abuja.
According to him, the initiative is aimed at improving access to affordable and quality healthcare services for journalists covering legislative activities at the National Assembly.
He noted that members of the Press Corps play a vital role in promoting transparency, accountability, and democratic governance, and therefore deserve structured healthcare support.
Hon. Rotimi explained that the partnership with the FCT Health Insurance Scheme reflects the commitment of the House leadership and the FCT Administration to prioritizing the welfare and well-being of media professionals.
Earlier the Ag. Director FCT Health Insurance Scheme FHIS Dr. Salamatu Belgore explained that under the scheme, members of the Press Corps will have access to over one hundred accredited healthcare providers within the Federal Capital Territory and contiguous states, ensuring timely medical attention and financial protection against out of pocket health-related expenses.
