Abstract

Human immunodeficiency virus is a threat to human existence, especially in developing
countries, including Nigeria. Although many preventive and interventional measures have been
taken to reduce the threat of HIV, HIV remains a major cause of public challenge in this part
of the world. This review was conducted to update society on the survival of people living with
HIV/AIDS in Nigeria. During the course of this review, a number of references were consulted
using various search engines including Pubmed Central, Google Scholar, Scopus, Sciago, Web of
Science, Researchgate, Academia Edu, Semantics and LiveDna. Life expectancy for people living
with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) has increased significantly since the introduction of highly active
antiretroviral therapy (HAART). Declining HIV/AIDS-related deaths and cohorts are increasing
the proportion of people with HIV/AIDS who die from non-HIV/AIDS-related illnesses. Poor
access to antiretroviral therapy, inadequate laboratory facilities, knowledge and attitudes of
some patients, cultural beliefs, anti-gay laws and increasing HIV/TB co-infection continue to
affect people living with HIV. It's a problem. HIV/AIDS-related deaths in Nigeria.