Lagos, Benue lead as Nigeria reports 20,838 new HIV cases in Q1 2026
Nigeria recorded 20,838 new cases of HIV between January and March 2026, according to official data. Lagos State reported the highest number with 2,298 cases, followed by Benue State with 1,949 infections. Other states with high figures include Akwa Ibom, Rivers, and Anambra, showing the spread across regions. In northern Nigeria, Kaduna and Kano also […]
Africa unveils HIV prevention injection with 99.9% protection
Africa has launched a groundbreaking HIV prevention injection said to provide up to 99.9% protection against the virus. Health experts across the continent have described the development as a major breakthrough in the long fight against HIV/AIDS. The injection is designed to give long-lasting protection, reducing the need for daily pills or other frequent treatments. […]
Concerns Raised by NACA, Y+ Global, and UNAIDS About Healthcare Gaps and Stigma Facing Children with HIV
The fight against HIV/AIDS has made significant strides over the years, yet challenges remain, particularly for women and children living with the virus. Recently, the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), the Global Network of Young People Living with HIV (Y+ Global), and the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS) […]
Important Health Advisory: People Living with HIV at Higher Risk for Mpox (Monkeypox) Complications
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has issued a warning to individuals living with HIV/AIDS due to the rising cases of Mpox (Monkeypox). People with weakened immune systems, particularly those with HIV, are at higher risk of facing severe complications if they contract the virus. Mpox is a rare illness primarily spread […]