Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged citizens, communities, and stakeholders to intensify efforts toward eradicating HIV/AIDS in the country by the year 2030.
In a message posted on her X handle on Monday to commemorate World AIDS Day 2025, themed “Overcoming Disruptions; Transforming the AIDS Response,” the First Lady emphasized the need for renewed national commitment to prevention, treatment, and care.
“The annual commemoration reminds us to revamp efforts towards ending HIV/AIDS by 2030,” she said.
Mrs Tinubu acknowledged that Nigeria has made notable progress in tackling the virus but stressed that more work remains to be done.
“Over the years, Nigeria has made remarkable progress in HIV prevention, treatment, and care, but our journey towards an AIDS-free nation continues,” she stated.
She reaffirmed that every Nigerian should have unrestricted access to life-saving services without fear of discrimination.
“Every Nigerian deserves access to life-saving services, free from stigma and discrimination,” she added.
Addressing the nation’s youth, the First Lady encouraged them to take responsibility for their health by undergoing regular HIV testing and adhering to treatment if diagnosed positive.
“To our youth, take charge of your health, know your HIV status by getting tested, and seek treatment if found positive,” she said.
She also appealed to communities to create a supportive environment for people living with HIV.
“To our communities, I call on you to show compassion and support and say no to stigmatisation,” she urged.
Mrs Tinubu ended her message with a call for unity and continued advocacy, saying, “Happy World AIDS Day 2025.”
World AIDS Day is commemorated globally every December 1 to raise awareness, support people living with HIV/AIDS, and honour those who have lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses.
