The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has encouraged the public to prioritize their safety and well-being while expressing affection during this year’s Valentine’s Day.

While reiterating NACA’s dedication to fostering a healthy and responsible observance of love, the agency’s Director General (DG), Gambo Aliyu, emphasized that as Valentine’s Day approaches, individuals should not disregard the risk of undermining the country’s efforts to eliminate HIV/AIDS by 2030 through reckless behaviour, especially considering the ongoing global health situation.

In a statement on Sunday, Aliyu urged the general public to incorporate protection into intimate moments, undergo regular HIV testing and engage in conversations about sexual health with their partners.