Rev. Dr. Lawrence Tetteh, the Founder and President of World Miracle Outreach, has expressed deep concern over the rising rates of HIV/AIDS infections in Ghana, particularly among young students. Speaking on GTV during a panel discussion on Thursday, October 24, 2024, he warned of the growing epidemic, highlighting the role of certain social behaviors in spreading the virus among the youth.
“It is sad. If some of them tell you how they got into it, what is happening is that some of these girls go to certain places, and when they come back, they also connect with the boys and girls there,” Rev. Tetteh remarked. “A lot of people think that they are getting a boy or a girl, and then it (HIV) spreads.”
Recent data from the Ghana AIDS Commission underscores the urgency of his concerns. The 2023 National HIV Report shows an estimated 50 new infections occurring each day in the country. The Commission has also found that over 218,000 people living with HIV remain unaware of their status, increasing the risk of further spread.
As HIV/AIDS rates continue to climb, health authorities and public figures like Rev. Tetteh are advocating for comprehensive education and testing initiatives to address this growing health crisis.
The University of Ghana has officially responded to these remarks, emphasizing that such claims are unfounded and can lead to misinformation and stigma surrounding HIV/AIDS.
