Rivers State has seen 1,137 newly reported HIV-positive cases from January to March 2026, according to the most recent information from the National Data Repository.
This statistic positions the state fourth in the country for the number of new HIV diagnoses during this timeframe. On a national scale, Lagos State topped the list with 2,298 new HIV cases, followed closely by Benue with 1,949 cases and Akwa Ibom with 1,159.
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Additional states with significant numbers include Anambra (1,013), Kaduna (842), and Delta (803). The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) noted 579 new cases, while Kano State had 476.
On the lower end of the spectrum, Yobe State reported 100 new cases, Sokoto 110, and Ekiti 129. This new data highlights the ongoing need to enhance HIV testing, awareness, and treatment efforts.
