Lagos Agency Calls for Vigilance, Responsibility During Yuletide
Lagos State AIDS Control Agency urges residents to make safe choices, use health services, and reject stigma against people living with HIV during the festive season.
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UNICEF, WHO Warn of Child Health Catastrophe in Africa
UNICEF projects 1.8 million annual child deaths in Africa by 2040. WHO and UNAIDS warn of stalled HIV fight. Urgent political action and investment in primary healthcare are needed to avert disaster.
Experts Urge Policy Action on Nigeria's Sickle Cell Burden
Health experts call for sustained policies and public education to tackle Nigeria's high sickle cell disease burden. They stress genotype testing and ending discrimination.
Anonymous STI Testing Service Fights HIV Stigma in Nigeria
SYNLAB Nigeria introduces Peachy, an anonymous STI testing service to combat HIV stigma and encourage early diagnosis. Know your status privately today.
HIV Progress in Nigeria Threatened by Stigma, Funding Cuts
Nigeria's HIV success story is fragile. Stigma, donor dependency & treatment disruptions risk reversing decades of progress. Can local investment save the day?
Bakassi Students Dominate World AIDS Day Marathon
Students from Bakassi Local Council dominated the 8th World AIDS Day Quarter Marathon in Calabar, taking all podium spots. The event by Takents-Afrique raises HIV/AIDS awareness through sports.
Africa Urged to Reinforce HIV Diagnostics Amid Funding Cuts
Roche Diagnostics' Dr. Allan Pamba warns Africa must urgently invest in health systems and diagnostics as global HIV funding tightens. Bold action needed to protect decades of progress.
Serena Williams Takes Step Towards Tennis Comeback
Tennis icon Serena Williams has rejoined the anti-doping testing pool, sparking rumours of a return to professional tennis three years after her last match. Could a comeback be on the cards?
Pharmacists Demand Local HIV Drug Manufacturing
Nigeria's community pharmacists call for urgent local investment in HIV/AIDS commodities and services to reduce dependence on external donors and protect recent gains in the fight against the epidemic.
Nigeria on Track to End HIV/AIDS Before 2030 Target
The Federal Government announces Nigeria may eliminate HIV/AIDS as a public health threat before the 2030 UN deadline. The country has achieved 98% treatment coverage and 95% viral suppression. Read more.
Bauchi treats 29,874 HIV patients, AHF campaigns in Keffi
Bauchi State provides ART to 29,874 HIV patients, scaling up to 863 facilities. Meanwhile, AIDS Healthcare Foundation launches a sensitisation campaign in Keffi, Nasarawa State, to combat the virus. Read more on the dual efforts this World AIDS Day.
World AIDS Day: Ajala Honoured for Strengthening HIV Data
Nigeria marks World AIDS Day by honouring data specialist Chinedum Favour Ajala. Her work modernising HIV surveillance and digital reporting is key to achieving the 95-95-95 targets. Read her story.
Nigeria honours Mosaku for transforming HIV surveillance
On World AIDS Day 2025, Nigeria celebrates epidemiologist Lateefat Abiodun Mosaku for revolutionizing the nation's HIV data systems, improving public health decisions and epidemic control. Read how her work is saving lives.
FCTA revokes 1,095 property titles over unpaid charges
The FCTA has revoked 1,095 property titles in Abuja's elite districts for non-payment of statutory charges. High-profile names like Patience Jonathan and Ganduje are on the list. Enforcement begins November 25, 2025. Read the full details.
New 99.9% effective HIV injection launches in Africa
A groundbreaking twice-yearly HIV-prevention injection with over 99.9% efficacy begins rollout in Southern Africa, offering new hope in the fight against the virus. Read the full story.
Wike Revokes Abuja Properties of Ganduje, Patience Jonathan, Others
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has revoked 1,095 property titles in Abuja for unpaid charges. The list includes ex-govs Ganduje, Duke, and ex-First Lady Patience Jonathan. Read the full details.
New HIV Prevention Injection Begins Rollout in Africa
South Africa, Zambia, and Eswatini start administering the groundbreaking lenacapavir injection, offering 99.9% protection with just two shots a year. A major step in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Taraba commits to ending HIV/AIDS by 2030
Taraba State pledges sustained investment and community action to achieve zero new HIV infections by 2030. Dr. Bako Ali Istifanus reveals 2.9% prevalence and over 50,310 on treatment. Join the fight.
UNICEF warns 1.8m child AIDS deaths by 2040
UNICEF projects 1.8 million child deaths from AIDS by 2040 due to funding cuts. 150,000 teens got HIV in 2024. Urgent action needed to scale up HIV services for children and mothers in Nigeria and beyond.
Plateau records 1,910 new HIV cases in 9 months
Plateau State reports 1,910 new HIV infections from January to September 2025. Commissioner reveals 51,370 people living with HIV, urges testing and treatment expansion.
Ogun Offers Free Lead Tests for Ogijo Residents
Ogun State Government begins free lead poisoning testing for Ogijo residents following shutdown of battery recycling plants. Testing starts Monday at Ogijo Primary Health Centre.
Mr Eazi's Bald Look Triggers HIV Allegation Drama
Mr Eazi's new bald look causes social media storm as netizen makes shocking HIV claim. Nigerians demand legal action against false allegation. Full story details inside.
WHO calls for renewed HIV commitment in Africa
WHO urges African leaders to safeguard HIV progress as funding disruptions threaten decades of gains. New tools like Lenacapavir offer hope for transforming prevention efforts across the continent.
Wike revokes 1,095 Abuja property titles
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has enforced the revocation of 1,095 property titles in Abuja's key districts after owners failed to pay outstanding land charges. Discover the full details and implications.
FCTA Enforces 1,095 Revoked Abuja Property Titles
Federal Capital Territory Administration begins enforcement on 1,095 revoked property titles in Abuja's high-end districts after owners failed to pay mandatory fees. Learn what this means for property owners.
Lagos: 160,000 Residents Living With HIV
Lagos State reveals 160,000 residents are living with HIV, with 147,466 receiving treatment. Health officials provide update during World AIDS Day briefing.
FCTA Enforces 1,095 Abuja Property Title Revocations
The FCT Administration has begun enforcement on 1,095 revoked property titles in highbrow Abuja districts. Owners failed to settle ground rent and other statutory payments despite repeated notices.
FCTA Provides Free HIV Testing for World AIDS Day
Federal Capital Territory Administration announces free HIV counseling and testing for World AIDS Day 2025. Symposium scheduled for December 2 in Abuja with theme 'Overcoming Disruption'.
Lagos reveals 160,000 residents living with HIV
Lagos State reports 160,000 HIV cases, with 147,466 on treatment. Statewide testing campaign shows progress despite US funding disruptions affecting community outreach.
Condom Distribution in Nigeria Falls by 55% - UNAIDS
UNAIDS reports 55% drop in condom distribution in Nigeria, threatening HIV prevention efforts. Global funding cuts jeopardize goal to end AIDS by 2030. Read critical updates.
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