Accelerating HIV epidemic control in Benue state, Nigeria, 2019–2021: the APIN program experience

Abstract

Implementation of the BAS improved access to comprehensive HIV services in Benue State. The increase in HIV case identification and ART initiation significantly reduced the HIV treatment gap in the state. To fast track the attainment of UNAIDS 95-95-95 goals, lessons learnt from the BAS should be adapted and scaled up in the national HIV program in Nigeria.