The University of Ibadan has issued a stern warning to female students against engaging in egg donation and IVF procedures as quick money-making schemes.
This comes amid growing concerns about young women being lured by lucrative offers from fertility clinics without fully understanding the health risks involved.
Medical experts at the institution revealed that many students are being targeted with offers ranging from ₦150,000 to ₦500,000 per donation cycle. "These are not side hustles - they're serious medical procedures with potential long-term consequences," stated Dr. Folake Adebayo, UI's Health Services Director. The warning highlights risks including ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, future fertility complications, and psychological trauma.
The university is launching an awareness campaign while authorities investigate clinics allegedly exploiting students. This trend mirrors similar concerns at other Nigerian universities, raising questions about the need for better regulation of fertility practices.
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