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Executive of the National Health
Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe, has embarked on a
familiarisation tour of various Directorates within the Authority.
The visit allowed him to engage with staff members,
understand the operational framework of the different directorates, and hint at
his vision for the future of the NHIA.
At every Directorate he visited, staff members warmly
welcomed him and took the opportunity to introduce themselves and their
respective functions within the NHIA.
This direct engagement allowed Dr. Bampoe to gain first-hand
insight into the Authority’s operations, challenges, and opportunities for
improvement.
Dr Bampoe’s visit was met with optimism among NHIA
employees, who expressed their readiness to support his leadership in ensuring
the smooth running of the Authority.
Many staff members acknowledged the importance of a hands-on
leadership approach and expressed confidence in Dr. Bampoe’s ability to guide
the NHIA toward achieving its objectives.
During his tour, Dr. Bampoe assured staff of his commitment
to working collaboratively with the entire team to ensure the success of the
NHIA’s mandate.
He emphasized the importance of teamwork and creating
synergy to drive the Authority forward, stating that his leadership will be
anchored on inclusivity, transparency, and a shared purpose.
A key component of Dr. Bampoe’s vision is the pursuit of
Universal Health Coverage, which he aims to achieve by strengthening public
confidence in the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), per President John
Dramani Mahama’s directive.
He stressed that increasing accessibility, efficiency, and
credibility will be essential in making the Scheme more beneficial to the
public.
He noted that his administration's approach will center on
leveraging innovative solutions and fostering trust among stakeholders.
As he settles into his role, Dr. Bampoe’s commitment to
collaboration and reform is expected to drive positive changes within the NHIA.
His leadership will be closely watched
as he ensures that the NHIS remains a reliable and effective
mechanism for providing Ghanaians access to quality healthcare services.
BY DOREEN ANDOH
PIX: EBENEZER DANSO
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