UI cautions against viewing egg donation as a side hustle
Posted by Titinaija on April 19, 2025
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The University of Ibadan has expressed concern over the growing trend of female students engaging in egg donation as a source of income.
In a memo issued on April 15, 2025, the University Health Service advised that while egg donation can assist families struggling with infertility, it should not be regarded as a reliable or sustainable means of earning money, nor as a “side hustle.”
The memo, signed by Dr. Aderonke Ajayi, Director of the University Health Service, pointed to the increasing involvement of students in egg donation for in-vitro fertilization (IVF) through agents or agencies.
Dr. Ajayi emphasized that egg donation involves hormonal treatments that stimulate the ovaries, which carry several short-term health risks, including abdominal pain, breast tenderness, bloating, mood swings, and a potentially serious condition known as Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS).
Further risks include infections, bleeding, ovarian torsion, injury to internal organs such as the bladder or bowel, and psychological distress.
Dr. Ajayi also noted that some donors have experienced long-term consequences, including a potential loss of fertility. The long-term safety of egg donation remains a subject of ongoing research.
To reduce risks, the director recommended limiting egg donation to no more than three times per year and advised students to select reputable clinics that adhere to established medical protocols and prioritize the safety of donors.
The University has called on the community to share this information and protect students from exploitation or misinformation about the risks associated with egg donation.
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