Sanwo-Olu starts health insurance programme for Nollywood veterans

A health insurance programme has been introduced by Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the governor of Lagos State, for seasoned Nollywood actors and directors.

When he invited some of the veterans to dinner on Monday night, he revealed the information.

The governor published this in a statement on his official Facebook page on Tuesday.

Idowu Philips as Iya Rainbow, Adebayo Salami aka Oga Bello, and a number of other veterans attended the meal.

The statement read, “I hosted veteran Nollywood filmmakers to dinner on Monday night in appreciation of their contributions to the growth of the industry.

“I used the opportunity to institute a health insurance scheme for them to ensure they are well covered for adequate medical care.

“We realise that this industry is one of the highest employers of labour. The veterans and practitioners have continued to provide succour and a means of livelihood to a lot of citizens. More importantly, they give freshness to our lives through their stories.

“The health insurance scheme is part of our interventions to assist them with access to health care in public health facilities.

“This scheme will be specially categorised for professionals in the film business and those who have shaped our society with their craft.”

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