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.
The Nigerian faith community is in mourning following the passing of three prominent pastors in 2025. Their deaths have left a profound void. Read more about their impact and the legacy they leave behind.
SYNLAB Nigeria introduces Peachy, an anonymous STI testing service to combat HIV stigma and encourage early diagnosis. Know your status privately today.
Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka meets CAN leaders in Plateau to forge peace. They urge government action on jobs and security to end religious violence. Read the full story.
Dr. Obichi Obiajunwa wins Ecosystem Startup Coach of the Year at ASEB 2025 in Addis Ababa. Discover how his work with over 5,000 innovators is shaping Africa's future. Read more.
Nigeria's HIV success story is fragile. Stigma, donor dependency & treatment disruptions risk reversing decades of progress. Can local investment save the day?
The United States announces new visa restrictions targeting Nigerians accused of undermining religious freedom. Secretary of State Marco Rubio made the announcement on December 3. Learn the full details and implications.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Northern governors and traditional rulers have imposed a six-month mining suspension and approved a N1bn monthly security fund to tackle banditry and insecurity. Read the full communiqué.
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.
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.
Delta North legislators and LGA chairmen firmly reject merging Anioma State with the South-East. They insist it remains in South-South, pledging political action for its creation. Read the full story.
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.
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 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 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 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.
Tolulope Fatunbi, CEO of Dorogis Limited, earns prestigious spot in 2025 Global 100 influential young leaders. Discover how he's transforming Africa's mining sector with technology and innovation.
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.
World-class performance strategist Dr. Abiola Salami urges young African leaders to embrace responsibility and accountability at GRIT book launch. Learn key insights for personal growth.
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.
Lagos State reveals 160,000 residents are living with HIV, with 147,466 receiving treatment. Health officials provide update during World AIDS Day briefing.
Discover the untold stories of labour leaders' spouses - the silent heroes supporting Nigeria's workers' rights movement through sacrifice and resilience.
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 State reports 160,000 HIV cases, with 147,466 on treatment. Statewide testing campaign shows progress despite US funding disruptions affecting community outreach.
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.