The 12 pharmaceutical companies are expected to brand 33 products for the health insurance ecosystem in the first phase.
He said with the activity, the production of the products are expected at least,in the next one month. “As a follow up to the engagement, | inaugurated the NHIA Medicines Supply Committee on 19 February 2020. The Committee submitted its report in June 2020 and adopted branding of NHIA medicines and other health products as the way to go in order to eradicate out-of stock syndrome as well as ensuring the quality of its medicines. It also recommended the setting up of an implementation Committee to bring the initiative to fruition.
“On April 5% 2022, the NHIA placed an Advert in National Dailies for the Expression of Interest by Pharmaceutical Companies and Drug Management Organisations who wish to brand medicines for the health insurance eco-system and DMOs who wish to provide supply tailored services within the ecosystem.