A significant number of both the young and old are citing current high heat levels as reason for their refusal to put on the knickers as it presents them with discomfort.

They also allude that the heat trapped in the undergarment has some health implications.

Faustina Boateng, a trader at Ayigya, has for the past decade not seen panties in her closet after throwing away the ones she owned.

She revealed that a combination of multiple undergarments prevents ventilation to the sex organ, resulting in a pungent smell.

“I can’t wear panties, underwear, and jeans together, it is too much of a bother for me, I can’t occupy my mind with concerns about funeral contributions as well as water and electricity bills, and still fuss over wearing panties,” she stated.

The past months have witnessed temperature increase across the globe with February reported to be the hottest month thus far.

Despite the growing weather concern, some women still opt for the undergarment occasionally.

Nana Adwoa, an accessories vendor at Tech Junction in Kumasi, indicated that the intense heat makes it unbearable for her to wear panties while working, but opts for shorts.

She only wears panties during her menstrual period.

“I only wear panties when I am on my period because the heat that comes with wearing panties is unbearable for me. I prefer wearing cotton underwear to be comfortable always. Intense heat can cause odour at the private part and infections which is not advisable,” she lamented.

The new normal is affecting sales of the panties on the market as vendors bemoan financial losses.

A lingerie retailer, Afia Yeboah, is lamenting the challenging market conditions, as she records decline in the purchase of her wares.

She previously could order dozens of panties to sell, but she struggles to sell three panties now.

“You could stock up on dozens of panties, and yet a whole year might pass without even one being bought,” she said.

The past has not seen an encouraging sale of the product at her shop.

“It has been two weeks since I came from my hometown and no one has purchased a single panty,” she said worryingly.

This issue is not just a concern for women, some men find it sexually appealing for their spouses not to wear panties.

A shoe seller, DJ Akoko, says he is against his girlfriend wearing panties during visits, citing potential discomfort due to the hot weather. He believes the situation is a turn off for intimacy.

A university student, Bernard opoku, shares an opposing view. He prefers his girlfriend in panties, which he says makes him sexually active.

“I prefer G-strings to fuller coverage styles. The G-strings look more appealing especially when the lady has a curvier physique,” he emphasized.

Amidst these changing trends and rising temperature, women have been advised to put on cotton panties instead of nylons which have no effect on the private area.

Gynaecologist at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Dr Baffour Opoku Junior, emphasizes the importance of undergarments as a proactive measure for women’s health.

According to him, underwear serves to protect the skin and private parts from the external environment, particularly during menstruation or increased vaginal fluid discharge.

However, he says it is advisable to forego underwear during sleep or at home. But he emphasized caution with second-hand clothing.

“The primary function of underwear is to offer direct protection for the skin and intimate areas from the external environment. This protection is especially crucial during events such as menstruation or increased vaginal fluid discharge, as underwear serves as a secure medium for holding pads in place. However, underwear can also pose a risk of infection, particularly fungal infections, if not properly maintained.

“Wearing tight underwear can lead to irritation on the vulva and even result in ingrown hairs, particularly after shaving, causing significant discomfort and posing potential health risks,” he added.

Dr Baffour is therefore advising women to go in for cotton undergarment instead of the nylons to reduce the risk of irritation or infection.

A significant number of both the young and old are citing current high heat waves as reason for their refusal to put on the knickers as it presents them with discomfort.

They also allude that the heat trapped in the undergarment has some health implications.

Faustina Boateng, a trader at Ayigya, has for the past decade not seen panties in her closet after throwing away the ones she owned.

She revealed that a combination of multiple undergarments prevents ventilation to the sex organ, resulting in a pungent smell.

“I can’t wear panties, underwear, and jeans together, it is too much of a bother for me. I can’t occupy my mind with concerns about funeral contributions as well as water and electricity bills, and still fuss over wearing panties,” she stated.

The past months have witnessed temperature increase across the globe with February reported to be the hottest month thus far.

Despite the growing weather concern, some women still opt for the undergarment occasionally.

Nana Adwoa, an accessories vendor at Tech Junction in Kumasi, indicated that the intense heat makes it unbearable for her to wear panties while working, but opts for shorts.

She only wears panties during her menstrual flow.

“I only wear panties when I am on my period because the heat that comes with wearing panties is unbearable for me. I prefer wearing cotton underwear to be comfortable always. Intense heat can cause odour at the private part and infections which is not advisable,” she lamented.

The new normal is affecting sales of panties on the market as vendors bemoan financial losses.

A lingerie retailer, Afia Yeboah, is lamenting the challenging market conditions, as she records decline in the purchase of her wares.

She previously could order dozens of panties to sell, but she struggles to sell three panties now.

“You could stock up on dozens of panties, and yet a whole year might pass without even one being bought,” she said.

According to her, “It has been two weeks since I came from my hometown and no one has purchased a single panty.”

This issue is not just a concern for women, some men find it sexually appealing for their spouses not to wear panties.

A shoe seller, DJ Akoko, says he is against his girlfriend wearing panties during visits, citing potential discomfort due to the hot weather. He believes the situation is a turn off for intimacy.

A university student, Bernard opoku, shares an opposing view. He prefers his girlfriend in panties, which he says makes him sexually active.

“I prefer G-strings to fuller coverage styles. The G-strings look more appealing especially when the lady has a curvier physique,” he emphasized.

Amidst these changing trends and rising temperature, women have been advised to put on cotton panties instead of nylons since they have no effect on the private area.

Gynaecologist at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Dr Baffour Opoku Junior, emphasizes the importance of undergarments as a proactive measure for women’s health.

According to him, underwear serves to protect the skin and private parts from the external environment, particularly during menstruation or increased vaginal fluid discharge.

However, he says it is advisable to forgo underwear during sleep or at home. But he emphasized caution with second-hand clothing.

“The primary function of underwear is to offer direct protection for the skin and intimate areas from the external environment. This protection is especially crucial during events such as menstruation or increased vaginal fluid discharge, as underwear serves as a secure medium for holding pads in place. However, underwear can also pose a risk of infection, particularly fungal infections, if not properly maintained.

“Wearing tight underwear can lead to irritation on the vulva and even result in ingrown hairs, particularly after shaving, causing significant discomfort and posing potential health risks,” he added.

Dr Baffour is therefore advising women to go in for cotton undergarment instead of the nylons to reduce the risk of irritation or infection.

The accused, Pius Mugendi, had denied stealing the underwear on May 28 last year at Mikimbi village in Kenya.

According to court papers, Mugendi broke and entered a building used as a dwelling house by one Juliet Mawia and stole six inner pants valued at Sh1,500.

While giving evidence, Mawia told the court that she noticed one of her garments had fallen near the window at around 3:00am and she woke her husband.

After reviewing CCTV footage, they noticed somebody had intruded into the building at around 11:00pm.

“We noticed someone with a wire picking the innerwear and had a green paper bag. He tried to evade the CCTV but was captured,” Ms Mawia submitted.

She told the court it had rained and they followed the footprints to the house of the accused who she had known for more than 20 years as they lived in the same neighbourhood.

The court found the prosecution had proven their case based on the evidence and exhibits tabled and Mugendi was put on his defence.

However, the accused submitted that he did not do anything as alleged and the complainant had likened him to somebody else.

“I have a wife and children and pray for leniency from the court,” Mugendi pleaded in mitigation.

Embu senior resident magistrate Juliana Ndeng’eri in her ruling said the court had considered the mitigation.

“He seems remorseful; however, he engaged in disrespectful and annoying deeds and the court fines him Sh80,000 or serve one-year imprisonment,” Ndeng’eri ruled.

A video, widely circulated on social media, captured the moment the unidentified young lady was forced to remove the over 17 panties.

Some persons in the background could be heard in an angry tone ordering her to remove the pants one after the other.

The house help, who was wallowing in embarrassment, hesitantly obeyed the instructions, a situation which attracted more insults.

She started removing the underwear, before reaching the panties of different shapes and colours.

It is unclear how she was caught, but from the video, she was not even given an opportunity to defend herself.

Video below:

A statement released by the Ogun state police command spokesperson, Abimbola Oyeyemi, said the lady had called Ope to help fix her car’s deflated tyre in her house.

However, after Ope had fixed the tyre and left, she discovered that her panties spread on a rope within the compound were missing. 

It was gathered that a search for the vulcaniser began immediately, being the only one who came into the compound at the time.

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“Since the vulcanizer was the only person who came into the compound, she went round in search of him, but he was nowhere to be found,” the spokesperson noted.

The police spokesperson said the lady immediately reported the matter at the Warewa Police Division.

The Divisional Police Officer, SP Folake Afeniforo, detailed some officers to go in search of him.

Lo and behold, his house was searched and the lady’s panties were recovered there.

“On interrogation, the suspect confessed to stealing the underwear with the intention of taking it to a herbalist for a money-making ritual,” the spokesperson said.

Ogun Commissioner of Police, CP Kenneth Ebrimson, has directed that the suspect be charged to court immediately investigation is concluded.

According to her, it will spiritually affect the man because per the Bible, men are supposed to be the head of the family, hence it’s an abomination to make them wash female panties.

Speaking in an interview with Arnold Asamoah of Vibes in 5, Maame Dokono, said she wouldn’t advice any man to do such unless his wife or girlfriend is sick or just gave birth.

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No, now the world has changed. How can you allow that? In the past, you will be called a fool. Its not something I would recommend, it will be hard luck on the man. It will have some spiritual implications and things will go bad.

Its okay for the women to wash that of the men. In the Bible the man is the head of the family. Are you a fool? If she is sick or pregnant. Or maybe her first baby and she has no family member around, she said.

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Pant swapping business is getting big in that market as some traders storm the place for ladies to exchange their old pants for new ones.

One of the pant swappers, Kwame Darko tells Adom News’ Alfred Amoh they swap six old panties for two new ones.

He said the business has been booming and about 15 people have come to exchange their old pants for new ones as at the time our reporter was filing this report.

Kwame Darko indicated that, some of the panties being swapped includes wedding pants, engagement pants, air condition pants, health insurance pants, free education pants and many more.

He added that the old panties would be taken to the factory to be recycled.

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