The Federal Government has launched a new strategy aimed at reducing Nigeria’s dependence on foreign donors for HIV prevention, treatment, and care programmes.

The initiative is designed to strengthen domestic funding for HIV interventions and ensure the long-term sustainability of services for millions of Nigerians living with the virus. Health officials say the move comes as global funding patterns shift, making it increasingly important for countries to build self-sustaining healthcare systems.

According to the government, the strategy focuses on increasing local investment, improving resource management, and expanding partnerships with the private sector and state governments. Authorities believe these measures will help guarantee uninterrupted access to HIV testing, treatment, and support services.

Officials also emphasized the need to integrate HIV programmes more effectively into the broader healthcare system, allowing services to remain accessible even as donor contributions decline.

The government reaffirmed its commitment to achieving national and global HIV targets, including reducing new infections and improving treatment outcomes. It noted that significant progress has already been made in recent years, but sustained funding remains critical to maintaining those gains.

Public health experts have welcomed the initiative, describing it as a proactive step toward strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare resilience and reducing vulnerability to changes in international aid.

As implementation begins, stakeholders will be closely monitoring how the strategy translates into increased domestic financing and improved healthcare delivery for people affected by HIV across the country.