A zoologist at the University of Ilorin, Prof. Uade Ugbomoiko has cautioned Nigerians to avoid contracting pubic lice through sex.

Ugbomoiko said this while speaking with CEOAFRICA earlier today in Ilorin.

He stated that contagious parasite such as amoebae, trichomonas, giardia, scabies and pubic lice were parasites contracted through sexual intercourse.

“Pubic lice are parasitic insects found primarily in the public or genital area of human beings and this pubic lice is found worldwide and occurs in all races, ethnic groups, and all levels of the society,” he added.

Ugbomoiko disclosed that the parasite infects both human and animals worldwide with prevalence and mortality in many regions.