NIGERIA, Dec. 2 -- Soludo, Founder of Healthy Living Initiative, made the call on Monday in Awka, in a statement to commemorate the 2025 World AIDS Day.

She said routine HIV testing remained vital for early detection and effective management of the virus.

"Beating that phobia for HIV tests is something you must prioritise.

"Like most sicknesses, detecting HIV infection early enough can help greatly in managing the disease and, most importantly, guaranteeing your continued existence.

"Whatever should be done to stop the spread of HIV and AIDS must really start with us. Let us say yes to action," she said

Soludo emphasised the need for compassion and support for people living with HIV.

She stressed that they should not be subjected to...