“The Sεx Drive Among Teenagers These Days Is Alarming” – Actress Juliana Olayode Speaks Out

Popular Nigerian actress Juliana Olayode, widely known for her role as Toyo Baby in the hit series Jenifa’s Diary, has raised serious concerns about the rising rate of sexual activity among Nigerian teenagers. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

The 30-year-old actress and author shared her thoughts during a candid conversation, expressing shock at the level of exposure many teenagers now have to sexual matters.

“The things I hear from teenagers about their sexual experiences leave me speechless,” she said.

A Wake-Up Call to the Youth

Olayode, who has long been an advocate for sexual purity and godly living, warned that what many young people see as casual pleasure is actually a spiritual act with serious consequences. She emphasized that sex should be reserved for marriage and called for a return to moral discipline and family values.

“Sex is not just a pleasurable act—it’s spiritual. It’s not something you should rush into just because everyone else is doing it.”

The Role of Parenting and Discipline

Reflecting on her own upbringing, Juliana credited her strong moral compass to the values instilled by her mother.

“I still avoid certain behaviors because of the strong values my mother instilled in me,” she said.

She encouraged parents and guardians to be more intentional about the emotional and moral education of their children in a digital world that exposes them to adult content at an early age.

Social Media Reacts

Her remarks have sparked mixed reactions online. While many praised her boldness and advocacy, others debated whether abstinence education alone is enough to tackle the problem.

One user commented:

“This is the kind of message our youths need right now. Thank you, Juliana.”

Another added:

“Parents need to step up. You can’t leave everything to society or school.”