A call for self-reliance: Why Trump’s HIV funding cut is a wake-up call for Nigeria
Nigeria’s leaders have long prioritised vanity projects over the welfare of their citizens. In 2023 alone, the government allocated billions of naira to luxury items: luxury SUVs for lawmakers, a presidential yacht, and the renovation of official residences.
US Grants Emergency Waiver to Continue HIV Treatment Funding in Nigeria, 54 countries
The United States government has granted an “emergency humanitarian waiver” to ensure continued US-funded HIV treatment in 55 countries, including
Trump Reverses Executive Order on Ban of Emergency HIV Treatment Funding to Poor Countries
In a last-minute move, the Trump administration issues an emergency waiver to ensure millions of people in 55 countries continue receiving life-saving HIV treatment.
Trump halts HIV funding for Nigeria, other developing countries
The action originates from President Trump’s executive order on foreign aid, which he signed on his first day in office last Monday.
Trump Administration Waives Halt on Distribution of HIV Medications Via PEPFAR
The Trump administration has made some concessions to the halt placed on distributions of global HIV treatments via the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief ( PEPFAR ), according to The New York Times.
Relief as Trump lifts ban on HIV funding
However, stakeholders call on the government to accelerate self-reliance in health service delivery to avoid such a similar situation in future. Thank you for reading Nation.Africa Show plans Ugandans living with HIV can now breathe a sigh of relief after the United States (US) on January 29 issued a waiver for life-saving humanitarian assistance.
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Nigeria Set to Strengthen Domestic HIV Response Amid U.S. Funding Uncertainty
In Nigeria, PEPFAR remains a major contributor to the treatment of People Living with HIV, covering approximately 90 per cent of the country's treatment needsThe National Agency for the Control of ...
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US approves HIV treatment aid waiver for Nigeria, 54 countries
The United States Government has approved an emergency humanitarian waiver to support US-funded HIV treatment in 55 countries ...
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U.S. Approves Emergency Waiver To Continue HIV Treatment Funding In Nigeria, 54 Other Nations
The United States government has granted a reprieve to millions of people living with HIV in Nigeria and "54 other countries.
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Africa: Top 10 African Countries Who Received Most U.S. HIV/Aids Assistance in 2024
HIV/AIDS is a big health problem in many African countries and the U.S. offers help by giving money through USAID and PEPFAR (President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief). This money helps people get ...
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FG To Provide HIV Funds For Nigerians Amid US Suspension
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has reassured Nigerians that HIV treatment and support will continue, ...
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Hope for Nigeria, others as US Secretary of State issues waiver for PEPFAR to continue HIV interventions
It is estimated that PEPFAR supports treatment for over 20 million people living with HIV, accounting for two-thirds of all ...
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Nigeria: U.S. HIV/Aids Waiver - Govt Plans Self-Funding Strategy for Nigeria's HIV Response
The federal government has expressed commitment to intensify domestic resource mobilisation strategies towards ownership and sustainability of the HIV response in the country with a view to reducing ...
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Trump Stops HIV Funding For Nigeria, Other Developing Countries, Gives Reason
United States President Donald Trump has stop the financial support and funding for HIV treatment and spread of the virus in ...