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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
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.
Nigeria's Malaria Death Toll Hits Alarming Rate
Hacey Health Initiative raises alarm as Nigeria accounts for over 39% of Africa's malaria deaths. Vulnerable groups at highest risk. Learn about intervention efforts.
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.
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.
Canada Warns Citizens: Avoid Non-Essential Nigeria Travel
Canada warns citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to terrorism, kidnappings, and crime. Exercise high caution in Lagos and Calabar. Stay informed.
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.
95% on HIV treatment in Nigeria can't transmit virus
NACA reports 95% of Nigerians on HIV treatment have achieved viral suppression, preventing transmission. Nigeria advances local ARV production to sustain its HIV response. Read more.
95% on HIV Treatment Can't Transmit Virus - NACA
NACA reports 95% of Nigerians on HIV treatment achieve viral suppression, preventing transmission. Nigeria makes progress toward ending AIDS by 2030 despite funding challenges.
Ogun Records Significant HIV/AIDS Reduction - Commissioner
Ogun State reports major HIV/AIDS progress: 30,000 on free ARVs, 96% status awareness. Commissioner Coker reveals targets for 2030 elimination. Read the breakthrough.
Peter Obi Decries Nigeria's Worsening Insecurity Crisis
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.
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.
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