Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiative

Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiative Further activities had been carried out both in Ibadan Oyo State Nigeria and Owerri Imo State Nigeria reaching out to people living with Hepatitis

As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Hepatitis B testing and prevention, the Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiativ...
11/04/2026

As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Hepatitis B testing and prevention, the Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiative (RAHGI) conducted facility visits across Tarkaa Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria. During these visits, hepatitis testing kits were distributed to selected health facilities, with a particular focus on supporting pregnant women.

The initiative aimed to ensure that all pregnant women are tested, that those who test positive receive prompt follow-up care, and that their newborns are vaccinated within 24 hours of birth. In addition, pregnant women who test negative are encouraged and supported to receive the Hepatitis B vaccine to help prevent future infection.Project is sponsored by Hepatitis B Foundation Society Network On Hepatitis NigeriaGilead SciencesHepatitis B FoundationWorld Hepatitis AllianceTY Danjuma FoundationCoalition for Global Hepatitis Elimination

As part of efforts to strengthen Hepatitis B testing and prevention, the Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiative (RAHGI...
04/04/2026

As part of efforts to strengthen Hepatitis B testing and prevention, the Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiative (RAHGI) conducted facility visits across Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria. During these visits, hepatitis testing kits were distributed to selected health facilities, with a focus on supporting pregnant women sponsored by the Hepatitis B Foundation.

The initiative aimed to ensure that all pregnant women are tested, that those who test positive receive immediate follow-up care, and that their newborns are vaccinated within 24 hours of birth. Additionally, pregnant women who test negative are supported to receive the Hepatitis B vaccine to prevent future infection. Gilead SciencesHepatitis B FoundationWorld Hepatitis AllianceWorld Health Organization (WHO)Civil Society Network On Hepatitis NigeriaCoalition for Global Hepatitis EliminationTY Danjuma Foundation

Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiative (RAHGI) met with Hon. Commissioner for health and human services, Benue State D...
18/03/2026

Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiative (RAHGI) met with Hon. Commissioner for health and human services, Benue State Dr. Paul Ogwuche and senior Ministry colleagues : Dr. Agbadu Iorbee Joshua (Director, Medical Service & Training), Mr. Atume Donald George (Viral Hepatitis Focal Person, HIV/AIDS/Viral Hepatitis/STIs Control Program), Dr. Joy Obatomi Alugo (Program Coordinator, HIV/AIDS & Viral Hepatitis) to mark the commencement of our pilot intervention to strengthen hepatitis B prevention and treatment for pregnant women and newborns in Benue State. RAHGI was represented by Team Lead Dr. Egwuda Livinus, PhD, FWACP-FM, MBBS, MHM, MSc (Public Health in view), and Program/Operations Manager Deke Lohoudedoo Goodnews. Grateful to the Hep B Foundation for sponsoring this 12-month project, together we will expand screening, vaccination, and community education to protect mothers and babies.
Civil Society Network On Hepatitis Nigeria World Hepatitis Alliance Hepatitis B Foundation World Health Organization (WHO) Gilead Sciences

Happy New Year from the Rise Against Hepatitis Global initiative (RAHGI)As we step into this new year, we reaffirm our c...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year from the Rise Against Hepatitis Global initiative (RAHGI)

As we step into this new year, we reaffirm our commitment to raising awareness, expanding access to testing and vaccination, reducing stigma, and supporting those living with viral hepatitis.

Thank you to our volunteers, partners, healthcare workers, donors, and community members who made our impact possible. Together, we will continue to build healthier communities and move closer to a hepatitis -free future.

Here's to a year of hope, collaboration, and life-saving action.

Happy New Year


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12/11/2025

Last Saturday November 8, 2025, Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiative (RAHGI) collaborated with Mr Agbakwo Magnus, a National Health Fellow representing Ehime Mbano LGA, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, to provide free Hepatitis B and C testing for members of his community.

This outreach is part of our ongoing mission to bring hepatitis awareness, testing, and linkage to care to communities across Nigeria, ensuring no one is left behind in the fight against viral hepatitis.

Together, we screened, educated, and empowered residents to take control of their health.

RAHGI remains committed to supporting health champions like Mr Agbakwo in achieving a hepatitis free Nigeria.



Civil Society Network On Hepatitis Nigeria TY Danjuma Foundation SOLDA - Society on Liver Disease in Africa Campaigning for Cancer Coalition for Global Hepatitis Elimination World Health Organization (WHO) Jhpiego Clinton Health Access Initiative World Hepatitis Alliance Hepatitis B Foundation

31/07/2025

WHD 2025, Let's break it down
Gilead Sciences@followersHepatitis B FoundationCivil Society Network On Hepatitis NigeriaThe Global FundClinton Health Access InitiativeFederal Ministry of Health NigeriaWorld Hepatitis AllianceHepatitis B FoundationCoalition for Global Hepatitis Elimination

🌍 Theme: “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down”Observed on 28 July 2025 in Owerri, this year’s theme emphasizes the urgent nee...
31/07/2025

🌍 Theme: “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down”
Observed on 28 July 2025 in Owerri, this year’s theme emphasizes the urgent need to dismantle financial, social, and systemic barriers, including stigma and misinformation, that prevent people from accessing vital hepatitis prevention, testing, treatment, and care

Key Messages:
Dismantle barriers: Make hepatitis services like birth‑dose vaccination, diagnostic testing, harm reduction, safe injections, and treatment affordable and accessible across populations.

Confront stigma: Challenge shame and misconceptions by amplifying voices of people living with hepatitis and encouraging open dialogue

Simplify and integrate services: Break down complex or siloed healthcare programs by embedding hepatitis care into mainstream national health systems and primary healthcare platforms

Unmask the “silent killer”: Hepatitis B and C often progress silently toward liver damage or cancer more awareness and routine testing are essential to detect infections early and prevent severe outcomes.

Why It Matters:
Worldwide burden: Over 300 million people live with chronic hepatitis B or C, causing 1.3 million deaths annually around 3,500 deaths every day, often through cirrhosis or liver cancer
Business Standard
Missed diagnosis: Many cases go undiagnosed until it’s too late. The theme underscores that “knowing your status is the first step” toward preventing liver cancer and saving lives
World Health Organization

In Summary:
World Hepatitis Day 2025’s theme “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down” is a call to dismantle barriers, simplify access, and amplify awareness encouraging individuals, communities, and policymakers to act now to eliminate hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030.

This outreach was sponsored by GileadAll4Liver

Gilead SciencesCivil Society Network On Hepatitis NigeriaHepatitis B FoundationCoalition for Global Hepatitis EliminationWorld Health Organization (WHO)Clinton Health Access InitiativeFederal Ministry of Health NigeriaThe Global FundJhpiego

📰 Another step forward in raising awareness!Just submitted a publication focused on mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) ...
31/07/2025

📰 Another step forward in raising awareness!
Just submitted a publication focused on mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of hepatitis, a silent but preventable driver of chronic infection in children.

Aligned with the theme “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down,” the article breaks down barriers to birth-dose vaccination, antenatal screening, and maternal care, urging action to protect the next generation from lifelong illness.

Let’s keep breaking the silence. Let’s break the transmission chain.
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Gilead SciencesCivil Society Network On Hepatitis NigeriaHepatitis B FoundationCoalition for Global Hepatitis EliminationWorld Health Organization (WHO)World Hepatitis AllianceClinton Health Access InitiativeFederal Ministry of Health NigeriaThe Global FundJhpiego

To mark World Hepatitis Day 2025, Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiative (RAHGI), in collaboration with key stakeholde...
31/07/2025

To mark World Hepatitis Day 2025, Rise Against Hepatitis Global Initiative (RAHGI), in collaboration with key stakeholders, organized a free hepatitis screening and sensitization exercise in Benue State.

The event aimed to raise awareness about hepatitis prevention, early detection, and treatment, while breaking down stigma and misinformation. Hundreds of community members were screened for hepatitis B and C, and received counseling on steps to protect themselves and their families.

This life-saving outreach reflects the 2025 theme “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down”by bringing services closer to the people and empowering them with knowledge.

Sponsored by GileadAll4Liver

Gilead Sciences@followersWorld Hepatitis AllianceClinton Health Access InitiativeCampaigning for CancerFederal Ministry of Health NigeriaThe Global FundJhpiegoCoalition for Global Hepatitis EliminationWorld Health Organization (WHO)Hepatitis B FoundationCivil Society Network On Hepatitis Nigeria

31/07/2025

🎙️ “Together, we can eliminate hepatitis.” Hon. Commissioner for Health, Benue State
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During the World Hepatitis Day 2025 commemoration, the Commissioner reaffirmed the state’s commitment to hepatitis prevention, testing, and treatment, emphasizing the importance of early detection, public education, and collaborative action.
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RAHGI is proud to stand with the Ministry of Health and all stakeholders in the fight to end hepatitis in Benue and beyond.
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Gilead SciencesWorld Hepatitis AllianceClinton Health Access InitiativeFederal Ministry of Health NigeriaThe Global FundJhpiegoCoalition for Global Hepatitis EliminationWorld Health Organization (WHO)Hepatitis B FoundationCivil Society Network On Hepatitis Nigeria

At RAHGI, we believe knowledge is power and sharing accurate information is key to ending hepatitis. This piece highligh...
31/07/2025

At RAHGI, we believe knowledge is power and sharing accurate information is key to ending hepatitis. This piece highlights the causes, risks, and preventive strategies of Mother-to-Child Transmission of viral hepatitis.
World Hepatitis AllianceGilead SciencesClinton Health Access InitiativeCampaigning for CancerFederal Ministry of Health NigeriaThe Global FundJhpiegoCoalition for Global Hepatitis EliminationWorld Health Organization (WHO)Hepatitis B FoundationCivil Society Network On Hepatitis Nigeria

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