Tag: HIV
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FEC endorses ₦10.3bn for HIV Drugs, diabetes kits, others
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has endorsed about N10.3 billion for the procurement of antiretroviral drugs for HIV treatment, diabetes diagnostic kits, and other essential health commodities. Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr Ali Pate, who briefed State House correspondents on the approvals, noted that the move is aimed at enhancing the accessibility and…
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Nigerian photographer living with HIV gives reason for having unprotected sex with 400 ladies
A Nigerian photographer, identified as Chika Michael Ekezie has opened up about his past, sharing that he had unprotected sex with over 400 women despite living with HIV.
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After Trump stopped aids, FG announces launch of Nigeria-made HIV/AIDS Drugs for 2025
After US President Donald Trump stopped foreign aids, the Director-General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS, Dr Temitope Ilori, has said plans are ongoing to support the domestic production of HIV commodities such as test kits and anti-retroviral drugs before the end of 2025. Ilori disclosed this at the weekend in Ilorin,…
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HIV/AIDS remains dangerous to life, says NDDC, holds free medical tests
Despite the seeming perception of a diminishing spread of HIV/AIDS with the advent of new viruses, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has warned that the scourge remains dangerous to humans, is incurable and still prevalent in Nigeria. At an event to commemorate the 2024 World AIDS Day in Agbor, Delta State, the federal agency…
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Just in: Plateau govt raises alarm on HIV scare
Concerns have been raised by the Plateau State government regarding the ongoing stigmatisation of HIV-positive individuals in the state. The state government demanded a halt, claiming that it is impeding attempts to limit the spread of the illness and keeping people from getting the care they require. The announcement was made by State Commissioner for…
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How I contracted HIV after cheating on my wife for the first time — Nigerian man opens up
Salisu Ahmed, a Nigerian man, has opened up about how an extramarital affair cost him his health, marriage and job.
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Stakeholders urge women with HIV/AIDS to prioritise exclusive breastfeeding
Stakeholders on Wednesday urged women living with HIV/AIDS to practice exclusive breastfeeding to boost their babies’ immunity and protect them against diarrhoea and other childhood illnesses.
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NGO organizes Marathon Race for Sec Schools, advocates zero HIV/AIDS amongst youths
By Wevole Ezin In commemoration with the World AIDS Day, Talents-Afrique Reservoir Foundation has organized her sixth 10.5km Quarter Marathon Race for secondary schools in Cross River state, Calabar. Speaking at the weekend, shortly after presentation of trophies to the six winners by the wife of the state governor, Mrs. Eyoawan Otu, at the event…
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Alarming spread of HIV in Abuja calls for concern
The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) has raised an alarm about the high prevalence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
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SAD! Many feared dead after taking HIV herbal medicine in Gombe
The Network of People Living with HIV and AIDS in Nigeria (NEPWHAN) in Gombe, on Thursday, announced that four of its members died after allegedly using HIV herbal treatment. NEPWHAN’s programme officer, Muhammad Ibrahim, stated this in Gombe at an event commemorating the 2023 World AIDS Day. Mr Ibrahim said the spate of the use…