Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned what he described as the weaponization of hunger and poverty through the distribution of food items in Northern Nigeria. His spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu, made this known in a statement on Friday, Worker’s Day. Atiku described the recent spectacle involving the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, flagging off the distribution of 100 trucks of rice and N1.2 billion in palliatives to northern states and the FCT as a calculated political performance staged on the altar of mass hardship. He said, “What Nigerians are witnessing today is the tragic normalization of poverty under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Families can no longer afford basic meals, inflation has ravaged household incomes, and millions are being pushed daily into extreme deprivation. “Yet, instead of addressing the structural causes of this crisis, the government has chosen the path of optics—distributing food in carefully choreographed ceremonies while the underlying suffering deepens. “Since 2023, Northern farmers have suffered declining productivity due to the Tinubu administration’s policy failures and its inability to secure farmlands. Vast agricultural belts have been abandoned to insecurity, leaving farmers displaced and food supply chains severely weakened. “Ironically, the same government and its promoters now seek to exploit the resulting hardship by turning food into a campaign tool. What the North truly needs is genuine, sustainable food security policies—not campaign lunch packs wrapped in party insignia. “It is even more troubling that this pattern did not begin today. During Ramadan last year, the president’s son, Seyi Tinubu, embarked on a widely publicized distribution of food items across parts of the North—an exercise presented as charity but clearly designed to test the waters of this now entrenched strategy of politicizing hunger. What was then an experiment has now evolved into a full-blown policy of optics over substance. “Let it be said without equivocation: Nigerians are not beggars to be pacified with periodic handouts while their livelihoods collapse.” Recall that Nigeria’s first lady, on Thursday, unveiled an initiative to distribute N1.2 billion worth of rice as palliative to Nigerians.

Popular Nollywood actor, Lateef Adedimeji, on Friday announced the arrival of his triplet sons with his wife and fellow actress, Adebimpe Oyebade, popularly known as Mo Bimpe. Adedimeji made the announcement via his official Instagram page, sharing an emotional message in which he described the children as his world, responsibility, and legacy. “I’ve been quiet… not absent. I was building, protecting, and embracing the greatest blessing of my life. God gave me more than I prayed for — a woman who became a mother of three, and three kings to call my own,” he wrote. The actor, who closed the post with the Islamic expression of gratitude, “Alhamdulilah,” did not disclose the date of birth or the names of the children. The announcement drew an outpouring of congratulations from fans and colleagues. Fellow Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe wrote, “To God be the glory. Congratulations.” OloyedeJuliana also wrote, “God is Good!!! God is Good!!!God is Good!!! Watching this again, I’m in tears, congratulations my fam, so happy for you two. Can’t believe I’m an Auntie” Also reacting, Omowumi Dada wrote, “Such GOODNEWS for the month of May. THANK YOU JESUSSSSSSSSSSSSS. Congratulations fam” Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe, both prominent figures in the Yoruba film industry, had their wedding ceremony in 2021.

Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has warned officers and men that the era of professional recklessness and impunity is over. He reminded them that no badge gives them a licence to kill or a uniform a shield from justice. The IGP stated this on Thursday while delivering a keynote address during the passing out of 1,068 retrained police constables at the Police Mobile Force Base, 26 PMF, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. He said that an unskilled officer with a gun is a danger to the public, while a skilled and disciplined officer is a true guardian of the people. The IGP lauded the Akwa Ibom Command for pioneering the comprehensive retraining of female police officers in arms handling last year, adding that gender is not a barrier to competence. He reminded officers that Force Order 237 remains binding, stressing that firearms should only be used as a last resort, proportionately, and strictly within the bounds of the law. “Impunity ends now. Any officer who misuses his weapon, who kills a citizen without lawful justification, will be dismissed and prosecuted. Not transferred. Not queried. Not redeployed. No badge is a licence to kill. No uniform is a shield from justice,” Disu said. The IGP further warned against extortion, reporting to duty under the influence of alcohol, and reckless use of firearms. Disu said that any officer caught violating the order would face summary dismissal and criminal prosecution. The IGP charged the newly retrained constables to carry their weapons with pride but restraint, wear their uniforms with dignity, and treat citizens with respect. Earlier in his remarks, the Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom Command, Baba Azare, disclosed that the retrained personnel included a specially selected cohort for the newly established Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU). Azare said they were created in line with the IGP’s directive to serve as a strategic strike force against violent crimes across the state. Azare highlighted key operational successes recorded by the command, including the safe evacuation of explosive devices at the Ikot Ekpene custodial centre and the rescue of kidnapped victims along the Calabar–Oron waterways through seamless inter-agency collaboration. He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to community policing, urging residents of Akwa Ibom to continue partnering with the police by providing timely and credible information.

The Supreme Court, on Thursday, invalidated the national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party held in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16, 2025, deepening the leadership crisis rocking Nigeria’s main opposition party ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a split judgment delivered by a five-member panel of the apex court, three justices held that the appeal filed by a faction of the party led by former Minister of Special Duties, Tanimu Turaki (SAN), lacked merit and affirmed the concurrent decisions of the Federal High Court and the Court of Appeal nullifying the convention. Justice Stephen Adah, who delivered the lead judgment in appeal number SC/CV/164/2026, held that the appellants acted in flagrant disobedience of a subsisting order of the Federal High Court restraining them from proceeding with the planned convention pending compliance with earlier directives of the court. “The disobedience of the court order is not disputed,” Justice Adah held, adding that what transpired amounted to “a threat to the administration of justice in Nigeria.” The apex court consequently dismissed both the appeal and cross-appeals and ordered parties to bear their respective costs. The dispute arose from the controversial Ibadan convention organised by the Turaki-led faction of the PDP despite pending court orders and unresolved disputes over congresses conducted in several states. Aggrieved party members had approached the Federal High Court in Abuja, arguing that the organisers failed to comply with statutory requirements under the Electoral Act and the party’s constitution before proceeding with the convention. The trial court subsequently restrained the party from holding the convention pending compliance with its directives. However, despite the order, the convention went ahead in Ibadan and produced a factional leadership structure, triggering fresh litigation and accusations of forum shopping within the party. In its judgment, the Supreme Court strongly condemned what it described as a deliberate attempt by political actors to undermine judicial authority by securing conflicting orders from courts of coordinate jurisdiction. Justice Adah said instead of obeying the order of the Federal High Court or pursuing lawful appellate remedies, the appellants allegedly approached another High Court in Ibadan to obtain orders that enabled them to proceed with the convention. “The appellant did not go on appeal but went to another High Court where they secured orders overriding the existing order of the Federal High Court and carried on with the party convention,” the justice said. Olawepo-Hashim urges Tinubu, INEC to shift primaries to September The apex court described the conduct as “an unparalleled abuse of court process” that struck “at the very roots of the administration of justice system.” Justice Adah warned that continued disregard for judicial orders by politicians posed grave dangers to constitutional democracy and the rule of law. “The rule of law is not an ornamentality, revoked, destroyed or discarded in practice. It is the fundamental architecture on which the legitimacy of governance rests,” he stated. He added that once political actors begin to treat lawful judicial processes as optional, “the very essence of constitutional democracy is imperilled.” The court further held that political parties, though voluntary associations, derive their legal existence and authority from the Constitution and must therefore operate within constitutional and judicial limits. Relying on Sections 221, 222 and 229 of the 1999 Constitution, the apex court held that political parties remain constitutional institutions established for the purpose of participating in governance and elections and are therefore bound by lawful court orders. Justice Adah noted that the Federal High Court, being a superior court of record vested with judicial powers under the Constitution, could not be ignored merely because a political party considered its orders inconvenient. The apex court also upheld the findings of the lower courts that abuse of court process had been established following the move by the PDP faction to obtain what was described as a counter-order from a court of coordinate jurisdiction in Ibadan. The Court of Appeal had, in its March 9 judgment, affirmed the earlier decision of the Federal High Court and held that the convention was conducted in violation of subsisting judicial orders and contrary to established legal procedures. Dissatisfied with the appellate court’s decision, the Turaki-led faction proceeded to the Supreme Court, seeking five principal reliefs and one general relief, including orders setting aside the judgments of the lower courts and validating the Ibadan convention. However, the apex court rejected the appeal in its entirety. The Supreme Court had reserved judgment in the appeal after hearing arguments from parties on April 22.

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspected notorious kidnapper and recovered an AK-47 rifle during a coordinated, intelligence-led operation in the state. The Command disclosed that the breakthrough followed credible information from a member of the public, who alerted security agencies to the presence of three armed men allegedly operating around forests and farmlands in the Ikoyi-Ile area. Acting on the tip-off, a joint security team led by the Divisional Police Officer of Ikoyi-Ile Division mobilised to the location and carried out a thorough combing of the surrounding bushes. The operation led to the arrest of one suspect, identified as Muhammadu Abubakar. Items recovered from him include an AK-47 rifle with breach number 6628/2274, six rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition, and three live cartridges. Police authorities described the arrest as a major breakthrough in efforts to curb violent crimes, particularly kidnapping, in the state. During interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to involvement in a series of kidnapping operations along the Ogbomoso–Ikoyi-Ile axis. He is also said to have links to cross-border criminal activities across state lines and had been on the Command’s watchlist. The Commissioner of Police, Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga, has directed that the suspect be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation. Meanwhile, security operatives have launched a manhunt for other members of the gang who are currently at large. The police boss commended the officers involved in the operation for their professionalism and dedication, noting that intelligence-led policing remains key to tackling criminal activities. He also appreciated the support of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, for providing strategic leadership that has enhanced operational efficiency across commands. The Command emphasised the importance of public cooperation in the fight against crime, urging residents to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies. Restating its commitment to safeguarding lives and property, the police assured that all necessary resources would be deployed to rid the state of kidnapping and other violent crimes. Investigations are ongoing, while efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects have been intensified.

A celebration for newly admitted students at the Federal University of Education (FUE) Kontagora ended in tragedy early Thursday morning when a student was fatally stabbed in the school Hall. Confirming the incident, the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, said a report received at A Division, Kontagora, stated that the incident occurred around 1:40 a.m. on Thursday, April 5, 2026. The deceased, identified as Seyi Simon, 25, became involved in a misunderstanding with Jafar Musa, 18, from Angwan-Gwari area of Kontagora. The dispute escalated and Jafar Musa reportedly stabbed Simon with a dagger. The PRO said the victim was immediately rushed to the General Hospital, Kontagora, where he was confirmed dead on arrival. According to him, Jafar Musa is currently in custody for further investigation. The police appealed to students and the public to remain calm and allow the law to take its course. The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the FUE Kontagora community, highlighting the urgent need for increased security measures during campus events.

ABUJA – In a major move to fix Nigeria’s perennial electricity crisis, President Bola Tinubu has approved a ₦3.3 trillion payment plan to settle "legacy debts" that have crippled the power sector for over a decade. The Presidency announced the breakthrough on Sunday, noting that the move is part of the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme. The debts, which accumulated between February 2015 and March 2025, were finalized following a rigorous verification process to ensure a transparent resolution. The Federal Government has already hit the ground running. According to the State House, 15 power plants have signed settlement agreements totaling ₦2.3 trillion. To back these agreements, the government has raised ₦501 billion. Of this amount, ₦223 billion has already been disbursed to stakeholders within the power value chain, with further payments currently being processed. Olu Arowolo-Verheijen, Special Adviser on Energy to the President, explained that the intervention is designed to do more than just pay off old bills. "This programme is about restoring confidence across the power sector—ensuring gas suppliers are paid and power plants can keep running," she said. "It is part of a broader set of reforms including better metering and service-based tariffs that link what you pay to the quality of electricity you receive." She further emphasized that the administration is prioritizing supply to businesses and small enterprises to drive job creation and economic growth. The government expects this massive liquidity injection to yield immediate benefits for citizens: Payments to gas suppliers and GenCos ensure plants stay operational. A stabilized value chain reduces the frequency of grid collapses and outages. Reliable power is expected to lower production costs for businesses and attract new investments. President Tinubu commended the stakeholders involved in reaching this agreement and confirmed that Series II of the repayment plan is scheduled to begin this quarter. The administration remains optimistic that by clearing these financial hurdles, the power sector will finally move toward a self-sustaining system that provides consistent electricity for homes and industries across the country.

A former lawmaker representing Oyo Central Senatorial District and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, Ayoade Adeseun, on Sunday, formally resigned his appointment as Mayegun of Ogbomosoland. He said there is no need for the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, to quash his earlier suspension order. Speaking during a press conference at the Onipanu community in Ogbomoso, Surulere Local Government Area of the state. Adeseun, who was in the Senate between 2011 and 2015, attributed his decision to the alleged high-handedness of Oba Olaoye. Recall that Oba Olaoye, on Monday, March 23, 2026, announced the indefinite suspension of Adeseun as Mayegun of Ogbomosoland over alleged gross misconduct. The monarch’s decision was conveyed in a letter dated March 23, 2026, and signed by the palace secretary, Toyin Ajamu. The letter cited acts of insubordination, wilful disregard, and persistent disrespect towards the throne. According to the letter, the action was taken to safeguard the dignity and sanctity of the traditional institution, noting that the former lawmaker’s conduct had become a matter of concern. “I write on behalf of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye (Orumogege III), the Soun of Ogbomosoland and Paramount Ruler of Ogbomosoland, concerning your recent and continued conduct, which has become a matter of grave concern and embarrassment to the palace and the revered stool of the Soun,” the letter read. However, Adeseun, at a press conference in Ogbomoso on Sunday, said he was not ready to sit down with Olaoye, hence his decision to resign his appointment. He blamed the Soun over what he described as divisive policies, adding that the monarch, since ascending the throne, has tried to set the peace-loving people of Ogbomoso against one another through religion and other unfriendly policies. “I am not surprised by the suspension order since I have decided not to join forces with Soun to fight his perceived enemies. “The issue of religion should not be the basis for division among the people of Ogbomosoland. Both the Christians and Muslims have been cohabiting peacefully before the enthronement of Oba Olaoye as the 21st Soun of Ogbomosoland. “I am a devout Muslim, while my wife is a devout Christian. We have been married for 42 years, and we have not had any issues over religion, just like other sons and daughters of Ogbomoso. “The issue of the Chief Imam, Ayilara, is still pending in court. The Soun should not play the role of the presiding judge in this matter. “The Kabiyesi should allow the court to rule on the matter. If the court, in its ruling, removes him, so be it. We should all embrace the rule of law,” Adeseun said.

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man, Kabiru Nuhu, for allegedly setting his 60-year-old father on fire in Kazaure Local Government Area of the state. Confirming the incident in a statement on Sunday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Shi’isu Adam, said, “The investigation so far indicates that the suspect poured a suspected petroleum substance on the victim and set him on fire.” According to him, the incident occurred on April 1, 2026, at about 6:30 am in Magama Quarters, Kazaure town. He explained that the police received a distress report from one Lokon Malamai, which prompted officers to move quickly to the scene. “The victim was found in critical condition, while the suspect also had fresh burns and injuries on his forehead, arms, and toes,” the Adam added. The injured father was rushed to a nearby hospital but later died while receiving treatment. Adam further disclosed that Kabiru Nuhu has been taken into custody and will be charged with patricide. He said the suspect would be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Dutse for further investigation and prosecution. Reacting to the incident, the Commissioner of Police in Jigawa State, Haruna Yahaya, condemned the act and called for calm, saying, “We are working to establish the motive behind the attack, and justice will be served.” He also urged residents of the state to resolve disputes peacefully and report early warning signs of domestic violence to security agencies. The police spokesperson added that the command remains committed to maintaining peace and order across Jigawa State.

In some roads in Lagos, people are confronted with bold adverts painted on road demarcations such as: “Longer. Stronger. Permanent.” These messages, impossible to miss, have become a familiar part of the daily commute, highlighting a growing obsession among Nigerian men with the size of the male sexual organ. Across Nigeria, the craze for penis enlargement has gone beyond whispered conversations. What was once discussed in secrecy now flashes on billboards, In WhatsApp broadcasts, on roadside markings, social media, and even TikTok videos, pills, injections and herbal mixtures promise confidence, sexual prowess, and respect. In most cases the messages of “Penis enlargement”are written boldly on walls and road dividers accompanied with phone numbers. However, investigations revealed that this growing obsession masks a far more disturbing development: a surge in unregulated products and procedures that are leaving many Nigerian men with severe medical complications. Investigations also showed that more Nigerian men are being misled by these unverified claims. Hospitals report an increase in men with complications arising from attempts at penis enlargement. Many of these men arrive late to hospitals, ashamed and in pain, after injuries sustained from injections, pills or mechanical devices. Desire for bigger penis almost cost me my life —Tunde For Tunde Onoja, a 30-year-old mechanic, the pressure to have a bigger penis was relentless. “When you see these adverts every day, after a while it feels like everyone else is upgrading except you. You feel forced to join. I cannot say I have a small penis but I wanted something bigger, coupled with the fact that my fiancée often complained about the size of my penis, “ he said. Influenced by a friend and convinced by testimonials on a WhatsApp post, Tunde tried several concoctions and injections. “The turning point came after a quick-fix injection recommended by a friend. It worked for a short time. Then nothing worked again. The loss wasn’t just physical. I stopped seeing my partner. I felt broken. For many Nigerian men, solutions feel urgent. But sadly, by the time complications started, it was almost too late. Even hospitals couldn’t fully undo the damage,” he lamented. I was ashamed of my small penis —Celestine Another victim is Mr Celestine Obike. At 40, he had long believed he would never father a child because of his micro penis. “I became timid around girls and kept my virginity. It wasn’t that I was not interested in sex, but I was afraid of the reaction I might get as a result of my small penis,” he explained. While driving along Gbagada expressway, he noticed a handwritten advert promising penis enlargement. At first he was skeptical but later saw similar posts on Facebook. Considering surgery, which he was told cost between $5,000 and $6,000 for length, or $2,500–$3,000 for glans enlargement, he ultimately opted for cheaper, unverified remedies. “In June 2024, I started having pains. I was rushed to a private hospital and later referred to a general hospital for a urologist consultation. Medical investigations revealed nerve damage and tears caused by the remedies I used. I am alive today because I reached the hospital in time,” he said. I never had serious relationships due to my small penis —Samuel 35-year-old Samuel Adebayo, a graduate of Business Administration is another victim of online advertisements. Born with a small penis, he had never had serious relationships. When he saw a Facebook advertisement promising guaranteed enlargement with “before and after” photos, he purchased the serum. “Within days, I developed severe burns and rashes. The booster capsule contained unregulated stimulants. I ignored early warning signs because of shame. By the time I sought medical help, I had second-degree chemical burns and required two weeks of treatment. Men suffer in silence because issues of sexual organs are considered forbidden. It takes a toll on relationships, self-worth and mental health.” he said. I almost died after taking pills for penis enlargement —Ibrahim Similarly, another victim, Ibrahim received a Yahoo spam email claiming to offer clinically proven enlargement pills. After taking the pills, he experienced heart palpitations, dizziness, and high blood pressure. “I almost died. It took weeks of medication and monitoring to stabilise my condition,” he recalled. I was hospitalised after having a prolonged erection —Emeka Emeka Anyanwu, a Port Harcourt trader, almost lost his life. He bought a traction device promoted by a TikTok influencer. Ignorant of the fact that improper use could cause bruising, numbness and restricted blood flow, leading to erectile dysfunction, he went ahead and used it. His whole world came crashing down. “I developed bruises all over my penis and I had an erection that refused to go down. I had some concoctions, so I called my friends. We poured a lot of water on it. When it did not go down after two hours, my friends advised me to go to the hospital and see a doctor. “Because of shame I could not tell members of my family. When I could no longer endure the pain, I told my younger sister and I was then taken to the hospital. I was there for three days.” Despite all the efforts, Emeka’s recovery was not easy. “Recovery was slow, and complete reversal wasn’t assured. I lost my self-confidence,” he said. The stories of Tunde, Samuel and Emeka represent just a tip of the iceberg as urologists in Nigeria have confirmed that the number of men who fall victims of complications of penis elongation is growing faster now than 10 years ago. Medical experts warn that the craze is a growing public health threat. They explained that most pills, lotions, and devices marketed to increase penis size lack scientific evidence. The urologists even warned that some can permanently damage tissue and weaken future erections. Studies have also shown that micro penis, a condition affecting less than one percent of men worldwide, is rare. Scientific reality Studies, including those from Mayo Clinic, confirmed that most advertised penis-enlargement methods do not work and can cause permanent damage. Vacuum pumps, for example, may temporarily enlarge the penis but overuse damages elastic tissue. Pills, injections, and devices often contain untested chemicals, unregulated stimulants, or mechanical hazards. The studies also proved that normal penis size varies, stating that non-erect length does not predict erect length accurately. “A penis is typically five inches (13 cm) or longer when erect, while less than three inches is considered micropenis. Despite myths, most men who pursue enlargement already have average size,” Mayo Clinic report showed. Beyond physical harm, the psychological effects are significant. Anxiety, depression, shame and social withdrawal are common. Tunde, Samuel, and Emeka all reported long-term struggles with self-esteem and sexual confidence. Experts react However, amid the growing social media obsession with male organ enlargement or elongation,UK-based Nigerian consultant urologist and founder of the Prostate Clinic in Lagos, Prof Kingsley Ekwueme said: “Most men seeking enlargement already fall within the normal size range. Most claims around penis elongation are medically false, dangerous and driven by anxiety rather than science. The current craze reflects long-standing insecurities amplified by social media. “Anxiety about penis size has always existed. What social media has done is to magnify it, making men believe there is a widespread problem when, medically, there often isn’t.” According to him, a genuinely small penis — known medically as a micropenis — is rare, affecting less than one per cent of men worldwide. “Most Nigerian men complaining today actually have normal-sized penises. What they are experiencing is psychological.” Ekwueme explained that penis size should not be judged by appearance alone. “The most reliable measurement is the stretched penile length. When measured correctly, a normal stretched length is between five and six inches. Any penis that is three inches in length or less is considered a micropenis.” He stressed that many men mistakenly assess themselves by looking down, which can distort perception. “Stand naked in front of a mirror. That gives a more realistic view,” he advised. On medical treatments, Ekwueme explained: “There is no pill, supplement, injection or herbal concoction that has been scientifically proven to increase penile length in adults. Testosterone only helps if a deficiency is identified in infancy or childhood. In adulthood, it will not lengthen the penis.” Surgical options, he warned, are equally misunderstood. “Some procedures can increase girth, not length,” he explained. “And they carry serious risks, like nerve damage, loss of sensation or permanent erectile dysfunction. You may never regain natural erections.” He also raised alarm over unregulated herbal remedies. “Many of these concoctions are toxic to the liver and kidneys. I have seen men end up with kidney failure from drugs that don’t even work.” Despite widespread online advertising, Ekwueme said few men seek proper medical advice. “Shame pushes them towards self-medication and quackery,” he noted. He called on regulators to act decisively. “My face and voice have been cloned using AI to sell fake drugs online,” he revealed. “Government agencies must force social media platforms to take these adverts down, as is done in the UK and US.” He said: “Most men with so-called small penises are fertile and already have children. Penis size does not determine masculinity, sexual performance or fertility. Fighting misinformation is everyone’s responsibility.” Corroborating his views in a chat with Vanguard, a Consultant neurologist and Vice-President of the Nigeria Association of Private Medical Practitioners, Dr. Gabriel Ogah, said they are reporting a sharp increase in severe complications over the past five years. “Many herbal mixtures and drugs cause prolonged abnormal erections, stretching penile tissue beyond its elastic limit. Like rubber stretched too far, it will never return to normal. Some men become impotent for life,” he said. He described cases of ruptured urethras, penile fractures, permanent erectile dysfunction, and severe psychological trauma. Fertility, he clarified, is not determined by penis size noting that sperm production occurs in the testicles, independent of length. Ogah warned men to completely disregard the growing number of advertisements promoting penis enlargement pills, creams, injections and herbal mixtures, describing them as fraudulent and dangerous. “People should discard those advertisements because they don’t genuinely work. You cannot increase the size of an adult man’s penis — not medically, not surgically, not with herbs. Once a man is fully grown, that chapter is closed.” Speaking on what constitutes normal size, Ogah explained that medicine works with ranges. “Anything from about nine centimetres and above is considered normal,” he said. “That does not mean someone with seven or eight centimetres cannot function. Abnormality only exists when the organ cannot perform its basic role.” Stressing that fertility is rarely affected by penis size, he said: “You don’t need a big penis to impregnate a woman. All that is required is for semen to be deposited in the vagina. Even what people call ‘small’ can achieve that.” Ogah warned that attempts to enlarge the penis in adulthood often end in disaster. “I have treated many young men whose penis stayed abnormally erect for too long after using drugs or herbs. Some became impotent for life.” He likened the damage to overstretching rubber. “Once you stretch beyond the elastic limit, it never returns to normal,” he said. “That’s exactly what happens to the penis.” According to him, cases of penile fracture, urethral rupture and permanent impotence linked to drug abuse have surged in the last five years. “Some men cannot urinate, cannot have sex and lose their marriages. The dangers are far worse than any imagined benefit. Resist it.” Unregulated markets Unregulated markets, online adverts, social media, and AI-generated endorsements have fuelled the craze. Vendors hawk in markets, and testimonials circulate unchecked on WhatsApp and Facebook. Some online adverts even use AI-generated images and voices of doctors to sell fake products. Despite NAFDAC’s efforts, regulation struggles to keep pace with the ingenuity of sellers. Products sold online or informally often lack approval and claim miraculous results without evidence. Experts stressed that open discussion, sexual education, and awareness campaigns are crucial, adding that social stigma, shame, and secrecy continue to drive men toward risky solutions.