Health Insurance Secured for 100 Ex-Footballers in Lagos

Engr Waidi Akanni, the convener of the Lagos Legends Club (LLC), expressed gratitude to Mr Bashir Are, Chairman of the Lagos Lottery Board, for facilitating health insurance coverage for over 100 former Nigerian footballers who are members of the LLC. During an event held over the weekend, Akanni noted that this medical insurance package has significantly alleviated the financial burden many ex-internationals face regarding hospital bills.

He emphasized that the health maintenance organization (HMO) arrangement was a long-awaited solution for the players. Akanni remarked on the visible happiness among members at the launch of the HMO, stating it provided relief from financial worries related to medical expenses.

Monday Kanu, another LLC member, praised the initiative as an unprecedented and comprehensive medical insurance package within the football community. He commended Akanni for making this possible and highlighted the joy it brought to the ex-footballers, marking a transformative moment in their lives.