What Lagos Government Is Offering Visitors at 2026 Trade Fair

The Lagos State Government has introduced free and confidential HIV testing and counselling services for public servants, traders and visitors attending the ongoing 2026 International Trade Fair.

The initiative, implemented by the Lagos State AIDS Control Agency (LSACA), is aimed at promoting early HIV diagnosis, increasing public awareness and improving access to prevention, treatment and care services.

As part of the programme, LSACA established a screening centre at the Lagos Pavilion, Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), where visitors, exhibitors and other participants can access free testing and professional counselling.

The exercise commenced on Friday, November 6, and is expected to run until Sunday, November 15, 2026.

The agency is also providing preventive health information and linking individuals who require further medical attention to appropriate treatment and care facilities.

Speaking on the initiative, LSACA Chief Executive Officer, Dr Folakemi Animashaun, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to making HIV-related services accessible, confidential and free from discrimination.

She emphasised that knowing one’s HIV status is important for preventing new infections and improving health outcomes, while encouraging residents to make HIV testing part of their routine healthcare.

In a related development, the state government also provided free HIV screening during its Public Service Week health exercise, which was officially opened by the Lagos State Head of Service, Bode Agoro.

Agoro urged public servants to take advantage of the opportunity, noting that access to preventive healthcare was essential to maintaining a healthy and productive workforce.

Residents and trade fair participants have been encouraged to visit the LSACA screening point at the Lagos Pavilion, Tafawa Balewa Square, before the exercise ends.

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