Residents, community leaders, and stakeholders recently gathered in Epe for the ongoing “Ilera Eko, Ilera Ibile” engagement aimed at promoting enrollment into the ILERA EKO health insurance scheme.
Epe Insights reports that the grassroots campaign forms part of wider efforts by the Lagos State Government to expand access to affordable and quality healthcare services for residents across the state.
The engagement brought together key stakeholders within the Epe community to raise awareness about the benefits of enrolling in the ILERA EKO health insurance programme. Participants were also educated on the registration process and available healthcare coverage.
Community leaders at the event encouraged residents to take advantage of the initiative to secure better healthcare access for themselves and their families. They emphasized the importance of preventive healthcare and affordable medical support.
The “Ilera Eko, Ilera Ibile” campaign has continued to move across communities in Lagos State as authorities intensify efforts to deepen public participation in the health insurance scheme.
Officials at the engagement explained that ILERA EKO was introduced to reduce the financial burden of healthcare on residents. The scheme is designed to provide access to medical treatment at affordable rates through registered healthcare providers.
Residents who attended the programme received detailed information about healthcare packages available under the scheme. These include consultations, basic treatments, maternal care, and other medical services.
Stakeholders noted that increased enrollment into ILERA EKO would strengthen healthcare accessibility, especially for low-income households and vulnerable groups within local communities.
Health advocates also stressed the need for continuous public sensitization to improve awareness about health insurance benefits. According to them, many residents still lack adequate information about available healthcare support programmes.
The Epe engagement witnessed active participation from residents who asked questions and sought clarification on how to access the scheme. Officials responded by providing guidance on registration procedures and eligibility requirements.
Community representatives commended the initiative, describing it as an important step toward achieving inclusive healthcare delivery across Lagos State.
The campaign further highlighted the government’s commitment to strengthening primary healthcare and ensuring wider access to essential medical services at the grassroots level.
Participants were encouraged to spread awareness about the programme within their communities to increase participation and improve public health outcomes.
Officials reiterated that affordable healthcare remains a priority, especially amid growing economic challenges affecting many households.
The ILERA EKO programme is expected to reduce out-of-pocket medical expenses for residents while promoting early healthcare intervention and regular medical checkups.
Residents also welcomed the outreach approach adopted through the “Ilera Eko, Ilera Ibile” campaign, noting that community-based engagement helps improve trust and participation.
Healthcare stakeholders at the event emphasized that collaboration between government agencies, local leaders, and residents is essential to the success of the programme.
Epe Insights gathered that the awareness drive will continue across other communities as the state government seeks to expand enrollment figures and improve healthcare inclusion.
The engagement in Epe reflects ongoing efforts to build a more accessible and sustainable healthcare system for all Lagos residents regardless of economic status.
