Health-Tech Innovator Myitura Unveils Women-Focused Financing Solutions to Tackle Nigeria’s 70% Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Expenditure Crisis

Myitura releases a white paper on healthcare gaps and launches affordable ₦58,180 women's health packages to reduce out-of-pocket medical costs.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 2, 2026, 4:06 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from THISDAY

Addressing the Financial Barriers to Women’s Health

The Nigerian health-tech sector has seen a major advancement with Myitura’s release of a new research report focusing on the socio-economic hurdles facing women. The white paper reveals a staggering reality: over 70% of healthcare expenses in Nigeria are currently paid out-of-pocket. This financial burden disproportionately affects women, who frequently deprioritize their own medical needs due to household budget constraints and limited insurance coverage. By delaying care, manageable conditions often escalate into life-threatening emergencies, placing an avoidable strain on the national health system.

The Economic Imperative of Preventive Care

Myitura’s Chief of Staff, Chialuka Kelechi, emphasized that bridging the healthcare financing gap is not merely a social obligation but an economic necessity. The report argues that when women are empowered to access early intervention, the resulting stability strengthens families and the broader economy. Kelechi noted that affordable, structured financing can shift the current "reactive" healthcare culture in Nigeria toward a "preventive" model, significantly improving long-term health outcomes and reducing the mortality rates associated with late-stage diagnoses.

Strategic Partnership with Mediloan for Affordable Packages

As a practical solution to the findings in the white paper, Myitura has introduced women-centric health packages powered by Mediloan. Priced from ₦58,180, these packages are designed to facilitate early detection and routine monitoring. By bundling essential tests into a single, financed package, Myitura aims to remove the "sticker shock" often associated with high-quality private healthcare. These packages are accessible via the Myitura app, streamlining the process from financing to clinical appointment.