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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
On World AIDS Day 2025, the First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, called for intensified efforts to eradicate HIV/AIDS by 2030, in line with the global theme: “Overcoming disruptions; transforming the AIDS response.”
She highlighted Nigeria’s progress in HIV prevention, treatment, and care, while emphasising the ongoing need for accessible, stigma-free services for all citizens. “Over the years, Nigeria has made remarkable progress in HIV prevention, treatment, and care, but our journey towards an AIDS-free nation continues. Every Nigerian deserves access to life-saving services, free from stigma and discrimination,” Tinubu stated in her message.
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Mrs Tinubu specifically appealed to the youth to prioritise their health by getting tested and seeking treatment if positive, while urging communities to foster compassion and reject stigmatisation. “To our youth, take charge of your health, know your HIV status by getting tested and seek treatment if found positive. To our communities, I call on you to show compassion and support and say no to stigmatisation,” she added.
The First Lady’s advocacy aligns with national strategies such as the HIV and AIDS Strategic Framework 2021-2025, which aims for zero new infections, discrimination, and AIDS-related deaths by 2030.
