Donor cuts, govt inaction push HIV patients towards death, uncertainty in Rivers, Akwa Ibom (I)

Donor cuts, govt inaction push HIV patients towards death, uncertainty in Rivers, Akwa Ibom (I)

The withdrawal of international donor funding for HIV programs in Nigeria’s Rivers and Akwa Ibom states has created a crisis. Essential support systems, including community drug delivery and counseling, have collapsed, leaving patients vulnerable. Grace’s story highlights the devastating impact, leading to her death after stigma forced her to stop treatment. The situation is dire, with many patients now facing uncertainty and increased risk due to government inaction.

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