IVF: Egg donation is not a side hustle – UI cautions female students

University of Ibadan Raises Alarm Over Rising Trend of Student Egg Business for IVF - Blackbox Nigeria

Ghazali Ibrahim The management of University of Ibadan have expressed concern over the growing trend of female students being recruited as egg donors for in vitro fertilisation (IVF) procedures, warning of potential health risks and ethical concerns. In an internal memorandum titled “Health Advisory on Egg Donation”, issued on April 15, 2025, the university’s Director of Health Services, Dr. Aderonke B. Ajayi, cautioned that while egg donation c…

IVF: Egg donation is not a side hustle – UI cautions female students

UI warns female students against the growing trend of egg donation for income, citing health risks and urging them to prioritize safety over financial incentives.

University of Ibadan Warns Female Students Over Rising Egg Donation Trend

The University of Ibadan has raised concerns over the increasing trend of female students engaging in egg donation as a means of generating income. While egg donation can provide hope for families struggling with infertility, the University Health Service warns that it is not a reliable source of income or a “side hustle” for students.   Egg donation involves hormonal medications that can lead to several health risks, including abdominal pain, b…