A consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, Prof. Adebayo Adeniyi, has warned that untreated or poorly managed infections in women can lead to infertility, especially due to fallopian tube blockages.

Speaking on Saturday in Ado Ekiti, Prof. Adeniyi, who is the Medical Director of Olives Fertility Centre, noted that infections are one of the most common causes of infertility among women, particularly through the damage they cause to the reproductive system.

According to him, “The most frequent cause of blocked fallopian tubes is infection, particularly pelvic infections that have not been properly treated. These blockages make it nearly impossible for women to conceive naturally.”

He emphasized the importance of seeking prompt and professional medical care, instead of relying on self-medication or over-the-counter drugs.

“A lot of women, when they notice symptoms like unusual vaginal discharge, go to chemists or buy antibiotics without proper diagnosis. This often leads to incomplete treatment, worsening the condition,” he said.

Prof. Adeniyi made the remarks while discussing the recent IVF success at the centre involving a 60-year-old woman, highlighting the importance of advanced reproductive technologies for women who struggle with fertility issues.

He explained that In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) is typically considered a last resort after a couple has unsuccessfully tried to conceive naturally for at least two years.

“In many cases, we can diagnose and correct the issue. But for some, natural conception is no longer possible, and that’s where assisted reproduction comes in,” he said.

Commenting on prevention, Prof. Adeniyi identified unprotected sex as the leading pathway for infections that later cause reproductive complications.

“Infections often referred to colloquially as ‘toilet diseases’ are in fact sexually transmitted pelvic infections. The fallopian tubes are very narrow and easily damaged by these infections,” he said.

While abstinence is the ideal preventive measure, he acknowledged that it may not be realistic for everyone.

“That’s why we advocate for condom use. Condoms offer dual protection, they prevent both infections and unwanted pregnancies. Unfortunately, studies show that around 80% of unmarried young people do not use condoms regularly.”

The Olives Fertility Centre, according to Adeniyi, has helped bring over 123 babies into the world through IVF since October 2019, including 20 sets of twins and 8 sets of triplets.

He also shared that the centre often refers pregnant patients to trusted hospitals closer to their homes for delivery, once conception is successful.

Supporting this call to early fertility checks, another expert, Dr Jaiyeoba Adeyemi, recently advised couples trying to conceive for over a year without success to seek evaluation.

He particularly stressed that women aged 35 and above should not delay, as fertility significantly declines with age.

“Women in their mid to late 30s require more urgent medical attention compared to younger women,” Dr Adeyemi stated.

“Timely intervention is crucial.”

A Catholic priest of the Diocese of Nsukka, Rev. Fr. Matthew Eyea, has been tragically killed by suspected kidnappers along the Ehandiagu road in Enugu State.

The incident occurred on the evening of Thursday, September 19, 2025, as Fr. Eyea was driving.

Reports indicate that armed assailants opened fire on his vehicle, fatally shooting him on the spot. Other passengers in the vehicle were allegedly abducted by the attackers.

DAILY GAZETTE reports that Fr. Eyea was the parish priest of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Ehandiagu, and a native of Ugbaike, a community in Enugu Ezike, Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area.

A senior member of the Lagos chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Samsideen Oladiti, popularly known as Shamelon, has been arrested by the Lagos State Police Command over allegations of murder and assault.

The 55-year-old suspect was apprehended in connection with two separate violent incidents on Lagos Island.

The command’s Deputy Public Relations Officer, Babaseyi Oluseyi, said on X (formerly Twitter) that Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, led officers to Sandgrouse Market following a violent protest over the death of a man allegedly attacked by Oladiti. During the protest, angry sympathisers set two motorcycles belonging to the suspect ablaze.

Jimoh assured residents that Oladiti had been taken into custody and would face justice. “Calm has been restored.

The suspect is now with the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti, Yaba, for further investigation,” Oluseyi stated.

On September 17, 2025, around 3:00 p.m., Oladiti reportedly assaulted a dispatch rider on Lagos Island using a helmet and his fists, leaving the victim critically injured.

The victim was rushed to the hospital and placed on oxygen, where he remains under treatment.

In a separate incident reported on September 18, police linked Oladiti to an earlier altercation on August 28, during which he allegedly used a metallic ring to repeatedly strike another man on the head and face.

The victim succumbed to his injuries on September 17, despite medical intervention. His body has been deposited at the mortuary for an autopsy.

The police have promised a thorough investigation and urged the public to remain calm and law-abiding. “Justice will be served,” Oluseyi assured.

Reacting to the arrest, the Lagos NURTW chairman, Mustapha Adekunle, also known as Sego, condemned Oladiti’s actions and distanced the union from his alleged crimes.

In a statement, Adekunle expressed disappointment, stating, “While I once trusted his loyalty, I am bitterly disappointed. Violence and lawlessness have no place in our union.”

He assured the public that the union would not shield anyone from justice. “If found guilty, Oladiti will also face our internal disciplinary panel after the legal process concludes,” he added.

Adekunle urged other union members to uphold the law, warning that personal ties or loyalty to leadership would not protect anyone engaging in criminal acts.

Several Nigerian Law School graduates from the 2024/2025 academic session have petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over what they describe as a fraudulent professional training scheme involving the Mediation Training Institute (MTI) and the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC).

In a petition dated September 17, co-signed by Goodluck Enebeli and Freedom Eje, the aggrieved graduates called for a probe into alleged financial impropriety, misrepresentation, and fraudulent inducement by both institutes.

The petitioners claim MTI and ICMC working with the International Law Association (ILA) offered a paid Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) training course with the promise of three professional certifications: Associate of ICMC, Accredited Mediator of MTI and Member of ILA.

Each of the 905 students reportedly paid N130,000 for the course and an additional N30,000 for a physical induction ceremony initially scheduled for September 22, a day before the Call to Bar.

However, shortly before the event, the institutes allegedly informed students that they would now receive only two certificates, and that the induction would be conducted virtually, despite the payment for an in-person event.

“The institutions further promised us a physical induction with a variety of activities, including a robust dinner/meal, however they have now announced a virtual induction,” the petition stated.

The students accused the organisations of collecting money under false pretenses and called for a full refund with interest or the fulfilment of all earlier promises.

They also urged the EFCC to Investigate how the funds were collected and spent, Determine the total sum involved and Prosecute any individuals found culpable.

In an email to participants, Prof. Oluwafisayo Ayita, MTI’s Director of Training, Research and Development, blamed the failure of the induction on a fallout between MTI and ICMC.

He alleged that ICMC issued multiple disclaimers and tried to “blackmail” MTI after being dropped from MTI’s 2024 training programme.

According to Ayita, ICMC is still holding N35 million belonging to MTI—N20 million of which was allegedly used for a July 7 induction ceremony, leaving a N15 million balance he claimed could have covered induction costs for the 905 students.

He further alleged that ICMC demanded N150 million and later N45 million before it would agree to participate in the September event.

An ICMC official, speaking anonymously, dismissed the allegations, insisting that ICMC did not collect money from any student and had no direct financial dealings with the graduates.

“Let one student come out and say ICMC collected money from them,” the official said. “All payments were made to MTI.”

The ICMC spokesperson explained that MTI acted as its agent under a memorandum of understanding (MoU), which was later terminated after MTI allegedly violated the terms by including ILA in its offerings and refusing to disclose training figures.

He said ICMC inducted 1,982 students in July without receiving full payment, and accused MTI of failing to remit the N30,000 per student induction fee, necessary to cover venue, meals, and materials.

“Without the N30,000 induction fee, how do we induct?” the official asked.

He also denied that ICMC was holding onto any N15m or N35m, explaining that past payments by MTI had been made in instalments.

Although EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale said he was unaware of the petition, a stamped acknowledgment copy obtained by PUNCH confirms that the document was received by the EFCC on Thursday.

The matter remains under preliminary review, pending investigation.