By Abdullahi Inuwa
The University of Ibadan UI has issued a strong warning to female students amid a rising trend of egg donation for money, raising ethical and health concerns within the academic community.
In a public advisory, the university expressed worry that the act — often driven by financial pressure — is becoming increasingly normalized among undergraduates, with some reportedly treating it as a fast-money venture.
“It is troubling that young women are risking their health in exchange for quick cash,” the statement read, urging students to seek safer, long-term alternatives to financial stability.
The warning comes amid growing reports of student participation in fertility clinic programs, with some UI students allegedly portraying the practice as glamorous or exclusive to their campus. “UI students are making it look like they are the only students in Nigeria,” one concerned faculty member noted.
Health experts warn that repeated egg donation without proper medical oversight can lead to serious complications, including ovarian hyperstimulation and long-term reproductive issues.
The university emphasized the importance of informed decision-making, counseling, and prioritizing academic goals over short-term gains.
As the conversation around ethics, health, and student welfare deepens, stakeholders are calling for broader awareness campaigns and possible regulatory measures on fertility-related practices involving young donors.
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