Nigeria Reports Over 15,000 Child Deaths from AIDS-Related Illnesses in 2023

According to the National Agency for the Control of AIDS, approximately 15,000 Nigerian children died of AIDS-related illnesses in 2023.

According to Dr. Temitope Ilori, Director General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), a staggering 15,000 Nigerian children lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses in 2023. This alarming figure highlights the devastating impact of HIV/AIDS on the country's youth population. The data serves as a stark reminder of the need for continued efforts in prevention and treatment programs to mitigate this public health crisis. Ilori's statement underscores the urgent importance of addressing the ongoing epidemic in Nigeria.