The announcement was made by Tajudeen Ibrahim, Executive Secretary of the Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) of the Global Fund, during the 14th Ministerial Oversight Committee meeting of the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) held on Tuesday in Abuja.
Ibrahim highlighted that the achievement reflects strengthened data management, expanded health facility coverage, and targeted nationwide interventions. He noted that Nigeria had previously lagged behind some West African nations in delivering essential maternal health services but is now making substantial progress.
Key Achievements in HIV Prevention
According to Ibrahim, 99 percent of pregnant women were tested for HIV in 2025, surpassing the national target of 95 percent, while partner testing reached 95 percent. The enrolment of over 6.5 million women represents the largest effort to date in preventing mother-to-child transmission of these diseases.
Despite the progress, Ibrahim reported 42,000 new HIV infections in 2025 and noted that antiretroviral (ARV) coverage stood at 77 percent, highlighting areas for intensified focus. He emphasized that the programme, alongside other innovations, is supporting Nigeria’s transition from basic to quality healthcare across the system.
Tuberculosis and Malaria Interventions
Nigeria has also made strides in tackling tuberculosis (TB) and malaria. In 2025, 2.8 million community-based TB cases were detected, with over 3,000 successfully treated. The National TB and Leprosy Initiative (NLI) had set a 2026 target of 500,000 participants, which has already been surpassed, with 1.1 million enrolled.
In malaria control, 98 percent of cases detected in supported facilities received timely treatment, while 97 percent received appropriate therapy. About 8,800 health facilities, including those supported by the President’s Malaria Initiative, participated in interventions. Improved health management information systems also contributed to 92 percent of facilities reporting timely data, signaling stronger health system monitoring.
Innovation, Funding, and Supply Chain Upgrades
Ibrahim highlighted the use of digital portable chest X-rays for detecting TB and HIV among vulnerable populations. He noted that the Global Fund provided $3 million for governance and capacity building, along with $701 million in programmatic funding. Additionally, 22 warehouses have been upgraded to strengthen the national health supply chain.
Challenges and the Path Ahead
While progress has been significant, challenges remain, including staffing shortages, gaps in ARV coverage, and data limitations. Ibrahim emphasized that the success achieved so far has been driven by strategic planning, partner coordination, and integrated interventions.
“Through coordinated efforts, improved data systems, and quality care initiatives, Nigeria can continue to close gaps in HIV, TB, and malaria programmes and maximise opportunities to save lives,” he concluded.