FG rolls out Lenacapavir injection to boost HIV prevention

Health FG rolls out Lenacapavir injection to boost HIV prevention Published on March 27, 2026 By Roseline Nwosu googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Health, has launched Lenacapavir, a long acting injection for HIV prevention, as part of efforts to curb new infections in the country. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Mr Ali Pate, announced the rollout on March 27, 2026, in Abuja, describing the drug as a major breakthrough in HIV prevention. Pate said Lenacapavir, administered less frequently than daily oral PrEP, would improve adherence and expand protection for individuals at high risk of HIV infection. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); “The intervention aligns with Nigeria’s target of ending HIV/AIDS as a public health threat,” he said, adding that it would complement existing measures such as testing, condom use, and antiretroviral therapy. He added that government is working to ensure nationwide access and awareness as part of its broader HIV control strategy. Don't Miss Security became big business for small circle in Nigeria – Mahdi Shehu You may like APC convention: Nigerian govt orders all workers in FCT to work from home Nigerian govt ramps up efforts with states to acquire $500m World Bank facility FG, experts decry impact of mental health issues in Nigeria’s development OML 245: Nigerian govt replies to Atiku FG seeks private, global funding to boost education reform Blackout: Nigeria running on generators 130 years after — Dino Melaye blasts FG

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/03/27/fg-rolls-out-lenacapavir-injection-to-boost-hiv-prevention/