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Frequent Ejaculation No Guarantee Against Prostate Cancer – Urologists

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8 months ago

December 21, 2024

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The Association of Urological Surgeons in Nigeria, NAUS, has expressed concern about the recent and continued circulation in the public space of what it labelled as misinformation on social media and mainstream media regarding the link between frequent ejaculation and the risk of prostate cancer.

In a position statement on “Risk of Prostate Cancer and Frequency of Ejaculation” obtained by Vanguard, the executive committee of the NAUS – a professional organisation dedicated to advancing the field of urology in Nigeria – noted that while some studies have explored a potential correlation between increased ejaculation frequency and a reduced risk of prostate cancer, the evidence remains inconclusive, and more research is needed to fully understand the connection.

The statement – CAC/TT/No. 125351 – dated December 16, 2024, and jointly signed by the Association’s President, Prof. N.K. Dakum, and Secretary General, Prof. Muhammed Ahmed, cautioned that at this time, it is important to interpret the existing evidence carefully, and frequent ejaculation should not be seen as a guaranteed way to prevent prostate cancer.

The Association said that as a body of experts, it had a sense of duty to clarify the claims to prevent the spread of misleading information regarding ejaculation and prostate cancer risk.

The statement reads: “The Association of Urological Surgeons, Nigeria (NAUS) has observed with concern the recent and continued dissemination of information on social media platforms and even the main stream media in Nigeria regarding the relationship between sex/frequent ejaculation and the risk of prostate cancer.

“There is a need, as professionals in the field to make a statement in that regard in order to avoid the perpetuation of often misleading and inaccurate statements or conclusions.

“We, therefore, wish to state that while there are studies suggesting a potential association between frequent ejaculation and reduced prostate cancer risk, the evidence is not yet conclusive, and more research is needed to fully understand the relationship between the two.

“For now, caution is advised in the interpretation of the available evidence and this should not be seen as a firmly established remedy to prevent prostate cancer.

“To date, there is no firmly established means of prostate cancer prevention, thus prostate cancer screening for early detection remains the standard approach. We hope this gives some clarification on this issue.”

Currently, there is no established method for preventing prostate cancer. Early detection through regular screenings remains the most crucial strategy.

NAUS encourages the public to consult with qualified healthcare professionals for accurate and personalised information on prostate cancer prevention and management.

Prostate cancer is a serious health problem in Nigeria, and the most common cancer in Nigerian men, making up 11-15.1 percent of all male cancer cases. In Lagos state alone, the rate of prostate cancer among men over 40 is estimated at 1,046 per 100,000.

The death rate is worryingly high with about 80 percent of Nigerian men diagnosed facing the untreatable phase of the disease with fatal consequences. This troubling fact emphasises the urgent need for better prevention, early detection, and treatment methods.

Among major challenges are poor awareness, lack of access to screening options, limited healthcare access and sustainable prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies specifically tailored to the Nigerian population.

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Ibadan By-election: APC Laments Low Turnout, PDP Hails Peaceful Poll

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August 16, 2025

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Mr. Adewale Olatunji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election, on Saturday, lamented the low voter turnout during the exercise.

Olatunji, who cast his vote at 11:25 a.m. at Ward 10 Unit 27, Bodija Police Station near Oyo State Housing Corporation, described the electorate’s apathy as discouraging.

He noted that while voting has been simplified, by-elections in Nigeria often record poor turnout. Olatunji urged residents to come out in large numbers before polls close.

“If you are sending us out to represent you, then you must come out and do your part,” he said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Mr. Folajimi Oyekunle, also voted at the same unit.

Oyekunle described the election as peaceful, based on his experience at the polling unit.

“As far as my polling unit is concerned, I have cast my vote, and everything is going on well,” he said.

Meanwhile, voter turnout at Ward 11, Units 17, 18, and 42, Abadina, University of Ibadan, was more substantial. A voter, Mr. Sunday Unabo of Unit 17, noted that INEC officials arrived early, even before voters.

“The election is going smoothly. The only issue is that some voters had their polling units changed by INEC without prior notice,” he said.

Similarly, an impressive turnout was reported at Ward 4, Unit 12, beside NTA Ibadan.

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By-election: Politician, INEC Officials, Others Arrested With Large Cash In Ogun [VIDEO]

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2 hours ago

August 16, 2025

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Security operatives in Ogun State have arrested some persons suspected to be officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, with a large sum of money ahead of the by-election in the state.

The suspected INEC officials were arrested alongside a politician allegedly plotting to buy votes during the election.

The politician and the INEC officials who were seen being questioned in a video clip posted on social media on Saturday were said to have been nabbed at a hotel in Iperu-Remo, Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State.

In the video which is currently going viral, the INEC officials, a male and a female, and alleged PDP officers could be seen squatting and being interrogated by an unidentified security personnel.

The interrogator said intelligence reports indicated that the INEC officials were earlier contacted and given a large sum of money by party officials for alleged vote buying during the by-election.

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Bayelsa Education Ministry Denies Alleged Deductions From Contractors’ Payments

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6 hours ago

August 16, 2025

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The Bayelsa State Ministry of Education has debunked allegations of arbitrary deductions from contractors’ payments, describing the claims as false, unfounded, and misleading.

The clarification follows a report published in the Niger Delta Herald between July 16 and 22, 2025, with the headline “Contractors Lament Alleged Deductions by Ministry Officials in Bayelsa.”

According to the Ministry, all payments to contractors are executed strictly in line with contractual terms, financial regulations, and due process.

It added that deductions, where applicable, are limited to statutory obligations such as taxes, pension contributions, and contractually agreed retentions.

The Ministry emphasised that it operates a transparent and accountable system with multiple oversight layers to ensure fairness, insisting that no official is empowered to make arbitrary deductions.

In response to the Ministry’s position, the Niger Delta Herald has acknowledged the clarification, expressing regret over any misinterpretation the earlier report may have caused.

Editor-in-Chief of the newspaper, Mr. Francis Dufugha, tendered an unreserved apology to the state government and Governor Douye Diri, reaffirming the paper’s commitment to fairness, balance, and accuracy in its reportage.

“We remain dedicated to providing all stakeholders the opportunity to present their side of any story,” Dufugha said.