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NHIA Deputy Director uses Hogbetsotso Festival to promote Free Primary Healthcare

Deputy Director of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr Kwesi Djokoto, has used the 2026 Hogbetsotso Festival of the Chiefs and People of Anlo State in the Volta Region to rally support for the government's Free Primary Healthcare initiative.

NHIA Deputy Director uses Hogbetsotso Festival to promote Free Primary Healthcare

Dr. Kwesi Djokoto, Deputy Director of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), utilized the 2026 Hogbetsotso Festival in Anlo State, Volta Region, to advocate for the government's Free Primary Healthcare initiative. In a Facebook post, he emphasized that access to quality healthcare is vital for individuals to lead free and dignified lives.

He urged Ghanaians to support the initiative as part of efforts to enhance healthcare delivery. Dr. Djokoto highlighted that the Hogbetsotso Festival, beyond being a celebration of Anlo's history and cultural heritage, provides an opportunity to reflect on issues impacting the wellbeing of the people. He stated, "The Hogbetsotso fever is here again!

Beyond the celebrations, it is a time to honor our history, heritage and the enduring spirit of our people. As we celebrate our freedom, we must also remember that good health is an essential part of a free and dignified life." During the festival, the NHIA organized a health walk sponsored by the authority as part of the annual celebration's activities.

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