BOSCHMA FLAGS OFF ENROLLMENT FOR CIVIL SERVANTS. The Borno State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (BOSCHMA) has officially commenced the enrollment of civil servants into the Formal Sector Contributory Healthcare Scheme, marking a major milestone toward achieving universal health coverage in the state. The flag-off ceremony took place at the COVID-19 Hall of the Ministry of Finance, where civil servants began the enrollment process. As part of efforts to ensure inclusiveness, free National Identification Number (NIN) registration was made available on-site for those who have not yet obtained it, as NIN is mandatory for participation in the scheme. In her welcome address, the Chairperson of the BOSCHMA Board, Hajiya Mairo Bunu Lawan, emphasized the importance of the scheme in improving access to quality healthcare for government workers and their families. She noted that the initiative reflects the commitment of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum’s administration to strengthening the health system and reducing out-of-pocket medical expenses. The Executive Secretary of BOSCHMA, Dr. Saleh Abba Kaza, gave an overview of the enrollment process and highlighted the benefits and coverage options available under the scheme. He stated that arrangements have been made with NIMC to capture children of the enrollees at no cost to ensure a seamless exercise. He further encouraged all eligible civil servants to take full advantage of the opportunity. The Head of Service, Dr. Mohammed Ghuluze, commended BOSCHMA for its strategic planning and implementation. The Special Guest of Honour, Secretary to the State Government Mallam Bukar Tijjani, applauded the initiative, stressing that the program will significantly improve the welfare of the workforce, and officially flagged off the enrollment exercise. Enrollment will continue at the COVID-19 Hall throughout the first week. Thereafter, BOSCHMA enrollment teams will visit various ministries, departments, and agencies to capture civil servants who have not yet registered. The formal-sector health represents a crucial step toward achieving affordable and accessible healthcare services for all government employees in Borno State.