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5 sperm conditions that cause infertility in men
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Whenever couples face infertility, it is widely assumed to be the woman’s fault, however, a medical doctor, Dr. Samuel Gyedu Owusu, has made it clear that medical research has shown that both males and females are responsible for 45%-45% of infertility cases.
He told myjoyonline.com in a recent interview that while women’s fertility depends on adverse conditions in four main areas: fallopian tube, uterus (womb), ovaries, and hormones, while male infertility has do with the condition of the sperm.
The five conditions that can cause infertility in men, he listed, are Oligospermia, Teratospermia, Astheneszospermia, Aspermia, and Azoospermia.
Dr. Owusu added that low sperm count affects a man’s ability to get a woman pregnant and ultimately Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)may be required to improve a woman’s chances of conceiving
“When this happens, it means most of the sperm are dead. If something is dead, how do you resurrect them to work again? The best that can be done is lifestyle management and some medications to support it. Ultimately, IUI is required for the woman to get pregnant with the man’s most effective sperm,” he noted.
Dr. Owusu also explained that each sperm has a head, middle, and neck, however, in men with teratospermia, some sperms do not have a head, no tail, and no middle, making them appear deformed and abnormal.
“Other sperms come with two heads. This often results in just a few normal sperm in the semen that may not be up to the amount of sperm count needed to impregnate a woman. Deformed or abnormal sperm cannot fertilise an egg,” he added.
He explained that astheneszospermia condition has to do with sperm motility.
After ejaculation, sperms are supposed to swim in one line toward the egg in the fallopian tube.
However, in men with astheneszospermia, he said the sperm either cannot swim, or they swim in various directions with some even flowing back out of the vagina, instead of advancing toward the fallopian tube.
According to him, when this happens, just a few sperm or none at all may swim toward the egg, therefore, fertilisation is not possible.
With aspermia, he said it is often referred to as dry orgasm. In this condition, a man may attain orgasm and ejaculate but with no fluid or semen coming out.
He outlined one of the causes of aspermia is retrograde ejaculation which happens when, instead of coming out from the penis, the semen rather goes into the bladder.
In azoospermia, Dr. Owusu said there is a complete lack or zero sperm available in the semen, so when a man reaches orgasm and ejaculates alright with enough semen but not even a single sperm is available in the semen.
Dr. Gyedu Owusu pointed out that adverse sperm conditions can be caused by dietary issues, the use of certain medications, and living in industrial areas where there is release of harmful chemicals.
“For instance, when you take cancer treatment, due to the toxic nature of the medications used in the chemotherapy, sperm may be lost, the same as it is for women and their eggs. And for those living in industry zones, inhalation of chemicals over a long period of time can affect their sperm quality,” he said.
He added that men with a history of mumps are at risk of being infertile because the virus that causes mumps attacks sperm and affects it negatively, same as testicular infection and testicular cancer.
Dr. Owusu advised men to avoid wearing tight clothes below the waist and added that exposing the testicles to heat can all affect sperm poorly.
He also urged men to make it a responsibility to visit the hospital with their wives when faced with issues of infertility.
“Men should avail themselves for semen analyses. Sometimes, they sit back and watch only the women go because they assume they are fine. But that is not the case. Most of the time, the women come, you examine them, and they are fine, but the men won’t come. To defeat infertility, both partners should be examined together,” he said.
…as reps panel reviewed over 150 bills
By Gloria Ikibah
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, has reaffirmed the 10th National Assembly’s commitment to delivering a Constitution that reflects the interests and aspirations of Nigerians.
Speaking at the close of a two-day retreat in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, organized by the House Committee on Constitution Review, Kalu commended lawmakers for their dedication. The retreat focused on reviewing bills, incorporating expert input, prioritizing proposals based on national interest, and preparing for zonal public hearings and a harmonization process with the Senate.
As Chairman of the Committee, Kalu stressed the importance of the constitutional review process, urging members to stay resolute in their task. He expressed confidence that their collective efforts would produce a people-centered Constitution.
During the retreat, the committee reviewed, amended, and voted on over 151 bills referred by the House. These bills, grouped into key thematic areas, covered federal structure and power devolution, local government autonomy, fiscal federalism, revenue allocation, and electoral and judicial reforms.
…advocate PPP, endowment at ZEDA AGM
By Gloria Ikiba
The Speaker House of Representatives, Rep. Tajudeen Abbas, has emphasised the need for diversified funding sources in Nigeria’s education sector to reduce dependence on government allocations.
He highlighted Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and endowment funds as viable alternatives to sustain and improve education financing.
Speaker Abbas made this call on Saturday during the 31st and 32nd Annual General Meeting of the Zaria Education Development Association (ZEDA) in Zaria, Kaduna State.
He was also honoured by constituents for his contributions to society.
As Chairman of the combined AGM, Abbas encouraged ZEDA to explore various funding opportunities to support educational development.
The Speaker stated that human capital development remains the cornerstone of our national progress, citing the examples of Japan, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, Luxembourg, Ireland, and Denmark, which have achieved remarkable progress.
He said: “Diversifying funding streams is critical as well. By establishing endowment funds or engaging in public private partnerships, we can reduce our reliance on government funding. Successful models in countries such as Denmark and Ireland have demonstrated that diversified funding can drive long-term, sustainable growth in the education sector”.
“They have done so not by relying solely on natural resources but by investing heavily in education, training, and innovation. Their success is reflected in their high rankings on the Human Development Index and ease of doing business.
“Nigeria, blessed with vast natural resources, must equally prioritise the development of its people to realise its full potential”.
Speaker Tajudeen Abbas underscored Zaria’s long-standing educational legacy, tracing back to the 16th century, as a cornerstone of academic excellence and national development.
Recognized as home to Ahmadu Bello University and several other institutions, he highlighted Zaria’s vital contributions to Nigeria’s intellectual and professional landscape.
“Our collective history compels us to safeguard and expand this legacy for future generations,” said Abbas, who represents Zaria Federal Constituency. He noted that several new educational initiatives he facilitated would significantly enhance learning opportunities in Kaduna State and beyond.
Among these are a Federal College of Education, a College of Health Sciences, a National Open University of Nigeria campus, and a College of Legal Studies. “Once fully operational, these institutions will drive both educational and socio-economic progress within our community,” he stated.
However, Abbas stressed the need to tackle obstacles hindering educational growth, particularly at the primary and secondary levels, and noted challenges such as out-of-school children, support for learners with special needs, and overall education quality as urgent issues requiring attention.
He said: “I commend the proactive measures by Governor Uba Sani’s administration in Kaduna State. The efforts have notably reduced the number of out-of-school children through the construction of over 62 new secondary schools, thereby addressing critical infrastructure deficits.
“Looking ahead, it is imperative that ZEDA continuously evolves to meet emerging challenges. Successful models, such as the United Kingdom Education Development Trust and Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research, have shown the benefits of embracing digital innovation.
“ZEDA should integrate technology in order to transform how we monitor educational outcomes, facilitate virtual training for teachers, and expand access to learning resources. By doing so, we can connect stakeholders, streamline processes, and enhance transparency.”
In the House of Representatives, the Speaker pointed out that the Legislative Agenda is aligned with these priorities.
He said: “We remain committed to advancing universal basic education, enhancing secondary and technical education, and integrating innovative reforms that address both current and future challenges.”
Speaker Abbas hailed the Grand Patron of ZEDA , His Royal Highness, the Emir of Zazzau, Malam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, CFR, LLD, for his “fatherly guidance and unwavering commitment have been a beacon for ZEDA.”
Later, Emir Bamalli thanked the Speaker and other prominent indigenes of Zaria for their developmental strides in the ancient city. The monarch emphasised the importance of ZEDA to Zaria, while seeking more support from stakeholders.
By Gloria Ikiba
The Speaker House of Representatives, Rep. Tajudeen Abbas, has emphasised the need for diversified funding sources in Nigeria’s education sector to reduce dependence on government allocations.
He highlighted Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and endowment funds as viable alternatives to sustain and improve education financing.
Speaker Abbas made this call on Saturday during the 31st and 32nd Annual General Meeting of the Zaria Education Development Association (ZEDA) in Zaria, Kaduna State.
He was also honoured by constituents for his contributions to society.
As Chairman of the combined AGM, Abbas encouraged ZEDA to explore various funding opportunities to support educational development.
The Speaker stated that human capital development remains the cornerstone of our national progress, citing the examples of Japan, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, Luxembourg, Ireland, and Denmark, which have achieved remarkable progress.
Speaker Tajudeen Abbas underscored Zaria’s long-standing educational legacy, tracing back to the 16th century, as a cornerstone of academic excellence and national development.
Recognized as home to Ahmadu Bello University and several other institutions, he highlighted Zaria’s vital contributions to Nigeria’s intellectual and professional landscape.
“Our collective history compels us to safeguard and expand this legacy for future generations,” said Abbas, who represents Zaria Federal Constituency. He noted that several new educational initiatives he facilitated would significantly enhance learning opportunities in Kaduna State and beyond.
Among these are a Federal College of Education, a College of Health Sciences, a National Open University of Nigeria campus, and a College of Legal Studies. “Once fully operational, these institutions will drive both educational and socio-economic progress within our community,” he stated.
However, Abbas stressed the need to tackle obstacles hindering educational growth, particularly at the primary and secondary levels, and noted challenges such as out-of-school children, support for learners with special needs, and overall education quality as urgent issues requiring attention.
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