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IMSHIA and HHMC Seal Landmark Pact to Guarantee Universal Healthcare Access

Following a high-intensity strategic session, the Imo State Health Insurance Agency (IMSHIA) ably led by the Executive Secretary/CEO, Prof. Uchenna Ewelike, has officially concluded a transformative management agreement with the Heartland Hospital Management Corporation (HHMC). This move directly executes the mandate of His Excellency, Governor Hope Uzodimma, to eliminate barriers to medical care and ensure […]
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National Praise as Seyi Tinubu’s Philanthropic Enrollment of 500 Pregnant Women Ignites Imo’s “Zero Maternal Death” Vision

The ImoCare Health Insurance Program has received a significant boost and nationwide breakthrough through a philanthropic intervention by Mr. Seyi Tinubu and the City Boy Movement, who have fully funded the enrollment of 500 vulnerable pregnant women into the state’s health insurance program. The ImoCare program will provide the 500 beneficiaries with a full year of essential services, including antenatal care, normal […]
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Transforming Imo’s Healthcare Landscape: Commissioner Dr. Chioma Egu Drives Strategic Dialogue with Providers to Actualize Governor Uzodimma’s Vision

In a landmark step toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC), the Honorable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Chioma Vivian Egu, recently spearheaded a series of strategic dialogues and meetings with both public and private healthcare providers across Imo State. Held under the auspices of the Imo State Health Insurance agency, led by the pragmatic Executive Secretary/CEO, Prof. Uchenna Ewelike, […]
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Imo State Sets Global Standard in Health Governance as Commissioner Dr. Chioma Egu Chairs Strategic BHCPF 2026 Q1 Oversight Meeting

The Imo State Ministry of Health recently hosted the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) 2026 Quarter One State Oversight Committee (SOC) Meeting in Owerri. Presided over by the Honorable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Chioma Vivian Egu, the session serves as a critical pillar in Governor Hope Uzodimma’s 3R administration to ensure quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare for […]
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IMSHIA INNOVATIVE DRG PROVIDER PAYMENT MODEL RECEIVES NATIONAL COMMENDATIONS AFTER FEDERAL ASSESSMENT.

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Joint Learning Network for Universal Health Coverage, and National Health Insurance Authority have commended Imo State government for the successful implementation of its Imo Diagnosis-Related Group (i-DRG) Provider Payment Method, describing the state’s model as innovative and a potential blueprint for nationwide adoption. The commendation followed a […]
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Prof. Uchenna Ewelike, Appointed Visiting Professor at Nnamdi Azikiwe University

The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Imo State Health Insurance Agency (IMSHIA), Professor Uchenna Ewelike, has been appointed as a Visiting Professor at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. The appointment recognizes his outstanding contributions to academia, health financing, and transformative public service. An Imo State born Senior Public Health Physician and globally renowned […]
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DR. UCHENNA EWELIKE CALLS FOR STRONGER PARTNERSHIP WITH HEARTLAND HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT CORPORATION TO IMPROVE HEALTHCARE DELIVERY IN IMO.

The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Imo State Health Insurance Agency (IMSHIA), Dr. Uchenna Ewelike (PhD), has called for stronger collaboration between the Agency and the Heartland Hospital Management Corporation (HHMC) to further improve healthcare service delivery across Imo State. Dr. Ewelike made the call during a courtesy visit by the CEO […]
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WHO Commends Imo State Health Insurance Agency on Effective Health Insurance Implementation, as Imo Commissioner for Health Flags Off Life-Saving Skills Training for Pregnant Women and Children Under Five in Owerri

— Dr. Uchenna Ewelike attributes zero maternal death record to the commitment and dedication of PHC Officers-in-Charge The World Health Organization (WHO) has commended the Imo State Health Insurance Agency (IMSHIA) for its effective implementation of the Governor Hope Uzodimma’s health insurance programme, particularly at the primary healthcare level, describing the agency’s approach as instrumental […]
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SENATOR OSITA IZUNASO DESCRIBES THE IMO STATE HEALTH INSURANCE SCHEME AS ONE OF THE BEST ACHIEVEMENTS OF GOVERNOR HOPE UZODIMMA’S 3R ADMINISTRATION AS HE FLAGS OFF IMOCARE ENROLLMENT FOR HIS CONSTITUENTS DURING THE 3RD EDITION OF HIS EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM.

The Senator representing Orlu Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Abuja, Senator Ozita Izunaso, has described the Imo State Health Insurance Scheme as one of the best achievements of the 3R Administration of His Excellency, Distinguished Senator (Dr) Hope Uzodimma. He made this commendation while flagging off the ImoCare Health Insurance Programme for his constituents […]
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