Public Presentation of “Drag On – A True Life Experience of Olusiji Balogun” holds in Osogbo

By Iyojo Ameh

The Public Presentation and launching of the book “Drag On – A Life Experience of Olusiji Balogun” holds on Thursday, 8th May, 2025, at the hall of Ministry of Health, Osogbo, Osun State as ….. with keynote address by Prof. Morenike Folayan of Obafemi Awolowo University, (OAU).

The book which is written by Aremo Olusiji Balogun apart from sharing his personal experiences after his diagnosis of the virus, challenges stigma, critiques systemic failures, and advocates a more compassionate approach to the epidemic.

One of the book’s greatest strengths is its blend of personal storytelling and factual analysis.
Drag On – A True Life Experience of Olusiji Balogun

The objective of the book is to create a comprehensive resource that highlights the impact of HIV stigma and discrimination, shares personal stories, and provides strategies for promoting awareness, understanding, and inclusivity.

The book is for everyone especially people living with the disease, community leaders, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and anyone interested in advocating for human rights and health equity.

It includes understanding HIV stigma and discrimination based on personal stories and experiences.

The impact on individuals and communities which calls for policy reforms and change in human rights and supports

Drag On is structured with an easy to understand language, relatable and readable in a relax manner.

After the presentation of the book it is the writer expectation that it will increase awareness of the people and understanding of HIV stigma and discrimination, treat people living and managing the virus with empathy and support.

It is also intended to inspire others that testing positive to HIV is not in the end, increase advocacy and community engagement, policy reforms especially as it concerns the caregivers and human rights efforts

Drag On is primarily aimed to making a meaningful impact in the fight against HIV stigma and discrimination.

His ability to interweave his experiences with broader public health discussions makes “Drag On” an engaging and enlightening read.

The book’s accessible and easy language ensures that it reaches a wide audience, from policymakers to everyday readers seeking to understand more about HIV/AIDS.

The event will also witness the official introduction of Olusiji Balogun Foundation, an NGO established by the writer aimed to contribute to the society development and save live especially the less privileged