Nollywood actress Juliana Olayode, famously known as Toyo Baby, has voiced deep concern over the increasing sexual activity among teenagers, calling for more intentional moral guidance from parents and guardians. In a heartfelt message shared via her Instagram page, Olayode stressed that sex is not merely a physical act but a spiritual experience meant to be reserved for marriage.
Olayode, who gained popularity for her role in the TV series Jenifa’s Diary, said she is often left speechless by the explicit conversations she hears from young people. She attributed her personal values to the strong moral foundation instilled in her by her mother, revealing that this upbringing continues to shape her decisions even in adulthood.
“The things I hear from teenagers these days often leave me heartbroken. Some say, ‘Enjoy your youth and make all your mistakes now,’ but I don’t share that view, especially when it comes to sexual activity,” she wrote.
According to the actress, society tends to glamorize sex without addressing the deeper consequences. She stressed that sex and other sexual expressions should be kept within the confines of marriage, pointing out that the spiritual and emotional dimensions of sex are often overlooked in public discourse.
“Sex is not just about pleasure—it’s deeply spiritual. People rarely talk about that side of it. It’s meant for married couples, and I could write endlessly about why that matters,” she added.
Olayode expressed concern that many teenagers today are being misled by peer influence and unfiltered access to adult content. She warned that the widespread encouragement of unbridled freedom among young people could have long-term negative effects.
“There are things I still won’t do because I can still hear my mother’s voice guiding me. If we aren’t deliberate in raising our children, we’ll eventually be dissatisfied with the kind of adults they become,” she said.
Referencing the biblical verse Proverbs 22:6—“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it”—Olayode urged parents and adults to take a more proactive role in shaping young minds.
“We can’t just give them a free hand. Too much freedom can be dangerous. If we as adults can’t correct what’s wrong, then we shouldn’t support it either,” she concluded.
Her comments come at a time when concerns are growing over the influence of social media, peer pressure, and popular culture on the sexual behaviors of young people. Olayode’s message calls for a return to stronger moral values, more parental involvement, and open, honest conversations about the importance of self-discipline, respect, and the sanctity of sex within marriage.
