What Does Consent Really Mean? | MENtality with Ebuka, Banky W & Deji Osikoya

In this episode of MENtality with Ebuka, host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu is joined by co-host Banky Wellington, alongside media personality, actor and influencer, Deji Osikoya, for a thoughtful and necessary conversation on consent, respect, and healthy relationships.The discussion explores why consent remains one of the most misunderstood aspects of relationships, masculinity, and power, particularly within many African societies where conversations around sexual boundaries, mutual respect, and personal agency are often avoided or shaped by cultural expectations. The episode examines what consent truly means beyond simply hearing "yes" or "no," highlighting the importance of communication, emotional intelligence, empathy, and respect in building healthy relationships.Together, the guests unpack how cultural conditioning, gender stereotypes, and entitlement can influence attitudes and behaviours, while challenging long-held assumptions about masculinity and interpersonal relationships. The conversation ultimately reframes consent not as a limitation, but as an expression of dignity, responsibility, trust, and mutual respect between individuals.Connect with the Hosts:Ebuka – Instagram, XBanky W – InstagramMENtality Podcast – InstagramListen & Subscribe:YouTube – LinkApple Podcasts – LinkSpotify – LinkJoin the Conversation:Use #MENtalityWithEbukaRate & Review the showMENtality With Ebuka is a production of Knight & Sheriff and EME.