Jain seer gives Karnataka govt. 10-day deadline to meet demands; threatens sallekhana in December if demands remain unmet
Acharya Gunadharanandi Maharaj of Varur Navagraha Teertha Kshetra has given the State government 10 days to provide written assurances on five demands of the Jain community, including the establishment of a Jain Development Corporation.
The Lagos State Government has announced a December 31, 2026 deadline for residents to obtain health insurance coverage. Starting January 1, 2027, enforcement of this mandatory coverage policy will take effect. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced these new regulations, emphasizing the importance of ensuring every Lagos resident has access to quality healthcare without financial hardship.
Sanwo-Olu unveiled the Lagos Private Health Plans, which will extend health insurance coverage to salaried workers and corporate organizations. These new plans will complement the existing Ilera Eko scheme for vulnerable residents and the informal sector. The government aims to ensure that both individuals and employers have social health insurance, with employers recognizing healthcare as a necessary cost of doing business.
To address the rising costs of medical care, the Lagos State Health Management Agency increased its Health Equity Fund from N1bn to N3bn. This fund will provide health insurance coverage for over 500,000 vulnerable residents who cannot afford the required premiums. Additionally, the agency plans to expand enrolment, strengthen public awareness, and ensure the new policy translates into accessible healthcare for all residents.
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