THE ROLE OF THE NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE AUTHORITY (NHIA) IN REGULATING CORPORATE HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS IN NIGERIA

Abstract

This research examines the role of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) in regulating corporate health insurance plans in Nigeria. Utilising a doctrinal research methodology, the study delves into the legal framework governing corporate health insurance, analysing the oversight functions of the NHIA, including its efforts to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, protect consumer interests, and maintain fair market practices. The research looks at the specific needs of corporations for such plans and examines the challenges faced by the NHIA in effectively fulfilling its regulatory mandate. Drawing upon primary sources such as relevant Acts of the National Assembly and secondary sources including scholarly articles and books, the study concludes by evaluating the impact of NHIA's regulatory actions on the affordability, accessibility, and quality of corporate health insurance plans within the Nigerian healthcare landscape.