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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.

96 Arrested for Flouting Sanitation Law in Nasarawa

Nasarawa State Government arrested 96 persons for violating environmental sanitation laws. The state also plans to revitalize waste recycling plants in Lafia and Karu to improve public health.

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.

Nasarawa to harvest 1.2 million rice bags for Nigeria

Nasarawa State aims to harvest 1.2 million bags of rice from Jangwa and Agwatashi farms, with over 600,000 bags already collected. This initiative supports Nigeria's food security under Governor Abdullahi Sule's administration.

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.

Nasarawa targets 1.2 million bags of rice

Nasarawa State achieves 50% harvest target with 600,000 rice bags collected in two weeks. Governor Sule announces NASACCO Gold brand launch and expansion plans for food security.

Masked 'Police' Terrorize Abuja-Nasarawa Border

Masked men posing as police officers are mounting illegal checkpoints along Abuja-Nasarawa border, extorting commuters. Authorities deny involvement as victims demand action.

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'.

Nasarawa's N517.5bn 2026 Budget Aims for Development

Governor Abdullahi Sule presents a N517.5 billion 2026 budget to the Nasarawa State Assembly. Focused on infrastructure and job creation, the 'Budget of Strategic Consolidation' promises growth.

Cleric Condemns Arrest of Evangelist in Nasarawa

Apostle Michael Olowookere criticizes Nasarawa police for arresting Evangelist Daniel Ukpo who exposed alleged herdsmen attack during crusade. Christians demand immediate release.

Condom Distribution Falls 55% in Nigeria

UNAIDS reports a 55% drop in condom distribution in Nigeria, threatening HIV progress. Funding cuts and human rights issues are blamed. Urgent action is needed to prevent millions of new infections.

Ogun Govt Commits to Fixing Ota Roads After Protest

Ogun State Government has reaffirmed commitment to rehabilitating major roads in Ota following NBA protest. Government warns against political blackmailers while revealing HIV/AIDS progress.

852 GBV cases reported in Nasarawa in 9 months

Nasarawa State reports 852 Gender-Based Violence cases from January to September 2025. Commissioner Hauwa Jugbo reveals rising technology-facilitated GBV and government's zero-tolerance stance. Report cases now!

Free HPV Screening Launched in Nasarawa State

NAPHDA & Pathfinder International launch a free cervical cancer screening & HPV vaccination initiative in Nasarawa. Over 100 women to be screened. Protect your health today!

Health Ministry Debunks False 86% HIV Claim in PH

Federal Ministry of Health dismisses viral 86% HIV prevalence report for Port Harcourt as false. Officials confirm no Nigerian state has rates near this figure. Get verified data from official sources.

Police Debunk False Kidnap Report at Nasarawa School

Nasarawa Police confirm St. Peter's Academy kidnap report was false alarm after hunters with guns scared pupils. Authorities urge media verification amid rising school abductions in northern Nigeria.

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