What happens when a society avoids talking about sex—but still expects young people to “get it right”?

In this episode of Beyond the Norms, we dive into the sex life of a typical Nigerian child and unpack the realities many people grew up with but rarely talk about. From limited or non-existent sex education to living double lives in secrecy, we explore how silence at home and in society has shaped the way young Nigerians understand relationships, intimacy, and responsibility.

We share personal experiences of growing up—whether we could talk to our parents about sex or had to figure things out on our own—and examine how generational gaps and cultural norms continue to influence these conversations today.

The discussion takes a deeper turn as we explore abortion—its meaning, the moral and practical debates around it, whether it should be legalized, and the real-life situations that push people to consider it. We also touch on hookup culture, situationships, and Gen Z dating, asking whether today’s generation is more informed or simply navigating the same issues differently.

This is an honest, unfiltered conversation about sex education, secrecy, societal expectations, and difficult choices—challenging the norms and asking the questions many people avoid.

🎙️ Listen, reflect, and join the conversation.