02/07/2026
DR. KWANDE S. DAWAL: HEALTH INSURANCE KEY TO REDUCING OUT-OF-POCKET HEALTHCARE COSTS IN PLATEAU STATE
2/07/2026
The Director General of the Plateau State Contributory Health Management Agency (PLASCHEMA), Dr. Kwande Solomon Dawal, has emphasized the importance of health insurance in reducing out-of-pocket payments as key steps toward improving access to quality healthcare in the state.
He made the remarks during the State Performance Review on Government Ownership and Sustainability, where stakeholders assessed the achievements of state government health programmes and reviewed ongoing strategies aimed at optimizing and integrating the health workforce.
The review also provided a platform for examining current progress in strengthening the health sector and ensuring that government-owned health initiatives remain sustainable and effective.
PLASCHEMA through its visionary Director General, highlighted the need for stronger commitment to health financing reforms that can reduce the financial burden on citizens and further support universal health coverage across Plateau State.
Most profoundly, Dr.Dawal Humphrey-Kwande , attributes the successes of health financing to the unwavering support the agency continues to receive under "The Time Is Now" led administration of His Excellency, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang and other health stakeholders.