nigeria: rapid action needed in aids fight

In the first four years of his presidency, President Obasanjo has made an impressive impact locally, regionally and globally as a deliverer of strong messages, innovative programs and increased funding, says the Global Aids Alliance. “We urge him to continue in this same strong vein, inspiring and educating other nations in best practices for addressing the HIV/AIDS crisis from the top rungs of government. But, Nigeria faces an extremely critical point epidemiologically. The country truly hovers on the edge of a major crisis that is all too familiar to its neighbours to the south. Rapid, decisive action is essential to gain control over the epidemic,” says a new report from the Alliance.