Plaschema - Plateau State Contributory Health Care Management Agency

25/12/2025

The Acting. Director General of the Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency, Dr. Kwande Solomon Dawal, felicitates with the Executive Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, the good people of Plateau State and the committed staff of PLASCHEMA. May this season bring about good tidings to us all.

22/12/2025

18/12/2025

PLASCHEMA CONCLUDES TWO-DAY RURAL MARKET SENSITISATION IN QUA’ANPAN AND SHENDAM LGAS
12th–13th December, 2025

The Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (PLASCHEMA) has successfully wrapped up a two-day rural market sensitisation exercise in Qua’anpan and Shendam Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the Southern Zone of Plateau State, reinforcing its commitment to grassroots awareness and inclusive healthcare coverage.

The outreach programme focused on educating rural and semi-urban dwellers on the importance of health insurance as a safeguard against rising medical costs. By engaging directly with market communities, PLASCHEMA sought to promote enrolment into the State health insurance scheme, especially among populations with limited access to healthcare financing.

The sensitisation activities were targeted at key groups within the informal and unorganised sector, including farmers, agricultural labourers, market men and women, and small-scale traders. These groups are often most vulnerable to out-of-pocket health expenses and stand to benefit significantly from affordable health insurance coverage.

Led by Miss Benedicta Ayo Bigwan of the Marketing and Business Development Department, the sensitisation team engaged participants through interactive discussions and practical explanations of PLASCHEMA’s mandate, benefit packages, and enrolment processes. Many community members, some of whom were learning about health insurance for the first time, welcomed the opportunity to ask questions and clarify concerns.

The team also addressed common myths and misconceptions surrounding health insurance, helping to build trust and confidence in government-driven healthcare initiatives.

The success of the exercise was further strengthened by the cooperation of market leadership in both LGAs. Mr. Raymond Zemlong, Chairman of Shendam Market, and Dawus Rowland Ikonaan, Chairman of Qua’anpan Market, played key roles in mobilising traders and ensuring smooth coordination of activities.

One of the highlights of the sensitisation was the warm reception by market women, who welcomed the team with traditional dance performances at the market squares. Beyond the celebration, many of the women actively supported the engagement by interpreting key messages in local dialects, effectively serving as community ambassadors for PLASCHEMA.

06/12/2025

PLASCHEMA HOSTS 2-DAY DOMESTIC RESOURCE MOBILISATION ENGAGEMENT WITH 17 LGA CHAIRMEN AND STAKEHOLDERS.
2nd–5th December 2025

The Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (PLASCHEMA) has concluded a high-level two-day Domestic Resource Mobilisation Engagement with Chairmen of the 17 Local Government Areas of Plateau State, and some stakeholders aimed at strengthening collaborations and deepening investments in health financing across the state.

Sixteen Executive Chairmen attended the engagement in person, underscoring an impressive collective commitment to expanding access to affordable and quality healthcare for all residents.
The strategic session brought together prominent leaders and policymakers, including:
• The Hon. Commissioner for Health
• The Hon. Commissioner for Local Government & Chieftaincy Affairs
• The Hon. Commissioner for Budget & Economic Planning
• Representatives of the Speaker, Plateau State House of Assembly
• The House Committee Chairman on Health
• Representatives of the Plateau State Primary Healthcare Board
• Representatives of the WHO State Office
• Dr. Gafar Alawode, Resource Person
• PLASCHEMA’s Director-General, Directors, and staff

These stakeholders converged under the theme: “Achieving Universal Health Coverage Through Domestic Resources: Strengthening Partnerships with Local Governments and Key Stakeholders to Expand Social Health Insurance in Plateau State.”

During the engagement, PLASCHEMA outlined its mission to accelerate progress toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC) through enhanced local government collaboration. The objectives of the meeting included:
1. Providing a comprehensive update on PLASCHEMA’s operations and the strides made in expanding health insurance coverage across the state.
2. Advocating for a stronger LGA partnership in adopting the Equity Fund as a first-line charge to support more poor and vulnerable citizens.
3. Encouraging the mobilisation of additional domestic resources by LGA Chairmen, legislators, and other stakeholders to ensure no resident is left behind.
The robust interactions and contributions from participants reinforced a shared vision to safeguard the health and well-being of Plateau citizens through sustainable financing mechanisms.

Discussions centered on strengthening long-term, sustainable financing for healthcare, improving service delivery, intensifying awareness and sensitisation efforts, and clarifying the benefits covered under the various health insurance plans.

Speaking on behalf of ALGON, the Chairman, Alhaji Hamisu Hanini Mohamed, reaffirmed that achieving Universal Health Coverage is a collective responsibility. He stressed that meaningful progress requires unwavering collaboration, sustained support, and a unified drive to protect the health of all Plateau residents.

In one of the most notable highlights of the engagement, the Executive Chairman of Jos North LGA, Hon. (Barr) Christopher Kyohroh John, demonstrated exceptional personal commitment by pledging to sponsor 100 individuals into the PLASCHEMA scheme for two years. His gesture further strengthened the resolve to widen the coverage net for the poorest and most vulnerable.

PLASCHEMA reiterated its unwavering dedication to building and nurturing strategic partnerships that guarantee accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare for every resident of Plateau State.

The Agency expressed appreciation to all stakeholders for their active participation and reaffirmed its readiness to sustain the momentum toward a healthier, more resilient Plateau State.

29/11/2025

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By Peter Akpah. The Acting Director‑General of the Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (PLASCHEMA), Dr. Kwande Solomon Dawal, on Thursday unveiled a 14‑member Grant Management S…

28/11/2025

PLASCHEMA, setting the pace...

27/11/2025

*PLASCHEMA Inaugurates Grant Management Squad to Strengthen Financial Sustainability*

The Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (PLASCHEMA) has taken a significant step towards enhancing its financial sustainability and expanding healthcare coverage across the state with the inauguration of its first Grant Management Squad. The inauguration ceremony, held at the Age

18/11/2025

PLASCHEMA CONCLUDES THREE-DAY ANNUAL OPERATIONAL PLAN MEETING, CHARTS STRATEGIC DIRECTION FOR 2026

The Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (PLASCHEMA) has successfully wrapped up its three-day Annual Operational Plan (AOP) meeting, held from November 12th to 14th, 2025, at the CREST Research and Development Institute. The session marks another significant step in the Agency’s commitment to strengthening strategic focus and improving healthcare service delivery across Plateau State.

The intensive planning retreat brought together key stakeholders, technical facilitators, and departmental heads to review the implementation progress of the 2025 AOP, identify critical performance gaps, and develop actionable strategies for the 2026 operational year.

Representing the Director General, Dr. Kwande Solomon Dawal, the Director of Planning, Research, and Statistics, Dr. Julfa Jude Nden, welcomed participants and underscored the importance of developing clear, realistic, and measurable targets. He noted that the 2026 AOP will prioritize enhanced operational efficiency, expanded coverage of beneficiaries, and improved alignment with national health sector priorities, particularly ongoing reforms under the Federal Government’s renewal initiatives.

Throughout the three days, the technical facilitation team, Dr. Kefas Ibrahim, Dr. Solomon Kwakfut, and Dr. Julfa Jude Nden, led participants through a series of thematic sessions designed to deepen understanding of strategic frameworks and strengthen departmental planning capacity. Key sessions included: Nigerian Health Sector Renewal Investment Program and SWAp, Optimizing Operational Efficiency and Productivity, Problem-Solving Models for Health Programs, HOPE Project Overview, MAMI Program Updates, Performance Management Models, and Strategic Approaches to Program Implementation.

Participants engaged actively in group work, case studies, and structured brainstorming exercises aimed at enhancing collaboration, encouraging innovative thinking, and ensuring all units contribute effectively to the Agency’s social health insurance agenda.

In their closing remarks, the facilitators praised the commitment and hard work demonstrated by the Agency’s staff, urging them to maintain the momentum as PLASCHEMA prepares to scale up and deliver a more inclusive health insurance program in 2026.

The Annual Operational Plan remains a vital pillar of PLASCHEMA’s governance framework, serving as a roadmap for achieving the Agency’s mandate of ensuring equitable access to affordable and quality healthcare for all residents of Plateau State.

18/11/2025

SPREADING HOPE, ONE COMMUNITY AT A TIME: A DAY OF HEALTH INSURANCE AWARENESS IN BABALE AND KUNGA

In another remarkable day, the marketing team domiciled in Jos North, and the Jos North team of the Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (PLASCHEMA), embarked on a mission to spread the good news of health insurance to the people of Babale and Kunga.

The day began at LEA Primary School Babale, where they had the privilege of sensitizing the staff and community members about the importance of health insurance. The atmosphere was electric as the shared the benefits of PLASCHEMA and answered questions from the eager participants. The enthusiasm was palpable, and they're thrilled to report that many were inspired to learn more about enrolling in the scheme.

The energy didn't stop there, they headed to Zaitun Baptist Church Kunga, where the Women for Women program was in full swing. They engaged the crowd, sharing the message of PLASCHEMA and spreading hope to those who need it most. The response was overwhelming, with many expressing their willingness to enroll in the scheme on the spot.

The exercise, in line with the acting Director General's drive, Dr. Kwande Solomon Dawal, to reach every last person at the last mile, brought the message of affordable and accessible healthcare directly to the people, shattering barriers and igniting hope in the hearts of the people. This bold initiative embodies the unwavering commitment of PLASCHEMA to ensure that quality healthcare is within reach of every individual, regardless of their location or socio-economic status.

NO ONE IS LEFT BEHIND.

14/11/2025

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By Peter Akpah. The Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (PLASCHEMA) convened a three‑day retreat in Jos to assess the implementation of its

12/11/2025

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The Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (PLASCHEMA) on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, commenced its Annual Operational Plan (AOP) Review and Development Workshop at the Crest Research and Development Institute, JCMI, off Lamingo Road, Katon Rikkos, Jos. The 3-day workshop is aimed