Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has launched a health insurance scheme for Nollywood veterans to cater for their health.
This development was revealed by the governor himself with a post on his Instagram account, stating the details of the exclusive meeting between the governor and film veterans.
According to the details shared, it was reported that this development is in line with the Lagos state government’s intention for the growth of the industry.
“I hosted veteran Nollywood filmmakers to a 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 realized that this industry is one of the highest employers of labor. The veterans and practitioners have continued to provide succor and a means of livelihood to many 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 healthcare in public health facilities.”
This new development is hoped to help manage one of the major issues of health in the film industry.
Over the years, Nollywood actors faced with health issues have had to turn to social media to solicit help.