Life is a Skit

Man plans, Nepa laughs On this episode of Life is a Skit, Samuel and Ibitein sit down for an honest conversation about the things we've quietly normalized as young Nigerians. Some of it is funny. Some of it hits a little too close. They talk about the "infrastructure tax" and how a whole month without electricity somehow became just... another month. How a trip to Rwanda, a friend&#3...

The real curriculum was never in the course outline.  On this episode of Life Is a Skit , recorded on campus at Bells University, we sit down with three final-year students who are weeks away from closing one of the biggest chapters of their lives. We get into the pressure of the final year and what it's actually built in them, the friend groups that formed, and the quiet identity shifts that...

Ever had a day so absurd you started looking around for the hidden cameras? Same.  In this episode, Fola and Semi join Samuel, and we did what any self-aware young adult would do: we turn life into a game.  We’re putting our survival instincts to the test with Two Truths and a Skit , navigating the morally grey trenches of What Would You Do? , and reading between the lines of adulthood in The Fine...

Outside is calling… but what exactly are we answering? In this episode of Life is a Skit , Samuel is joined by Cadmus and Felix to get into the many versions of “outside” whether it's chasing vibes and new experiences or stepping into alter egos that help us loosen up.  We also explore the pull of FOMO and the subtle need to experience (and sometimes document) life as it happens. Join the conv...

Employed… but at what cost?? In this episode of Life Is A Skit , Samuel is joined by Dami and Victor to discuss employment… and everything that comes with it. From the physical trauma of the Lagos commute to the "Sunday Scaries" that start as early as Friday. We discuss the "Kidnapper's Salary", the idea of a "Dream Job”, and why Dami might just be a singer-songwriter...

Not single. Not dating. But somehow emotionally involved. In this episode of Life Is A Skit , Samuel is joined by Dara and Sophia to swap stories about confusing almost-relationships, mixed signals, the dreaded “what are we?” conversation, and why so many young people find themselves in these label-less loops. From a 3-year situationship (yes, years) to doing it for the love of the game and even a...

In this Season Opener, Samuel is joined by Ope and Iyanu — aka the dynamic duo — for a conversation about audacity, embarrassment, and the fine art of being shameless without losing your home training. From confessing the most shameless things they’ve done recently to debating why people are scared of “trying too hard,” the trio explores the thin line between confidence and chaos. It quickly turns...

The day adulting hit... we knew life would never be the same.  In this special episode, Sam is joined by returning guest Ibitein and big-time listener Laolu to reflect on everything from buying pots to living alone, and that never-ending feeling of trying to figure life out without a manual.  Together, we sit with the stories, lessons, and laughter that defined this season. We also hear from you,...

What in the Nigerian dream is this? Going from childhood ambitions of being lawyers, fashion designers, and robotics engineers, to growing up and just wanting stable light and a little peace of mind, this episode explores the skit that is chasing dreams as a young person in Nigeria. We talk about the dreams we had, the shift that came with “reality,” and how many young Nigerians today are just try...

In between the cycle, we still owe it to ourselves to be… well, ourselves.   In this episode, Sam is joined by Trust and Fathia to talk about something that’s been on all our minds lately: how do you hold on to yourself when you’re stuck in the cycle of school, work, and adulting in Nigeria?   We talk about the fear of becoming strangers to ourselves, and how we’re finding pockets of joy in the mu...

Being broke has never looked so good. In this episode, we’ve got Felix, who’s already broke in the second week of May and finally believes in budgeting; Bolu, who dropped a budgeting masterclass and still makes room for gifting others (even when her savings are saving her); and Samuel, battling soft life cravings, and the rude awakening of financial responsibility. We talk about the illusion of we...

In this episode, Sam, Saraunia, and Mmesoma talk about how we see culture as young Nigerians today. Whether it's replying in English when someone speaks to you in your native tongue, to feeling "half in, half out" of your roots, we share some personal stories of navigating identity, family dynamics, and the whole multicultural remix happening around us.  Sam reflects on how returning...

We grew up with the internet, but we’re still figuring out how to live with it. In this episode, Samuel is joined by Enoch, a video editor & creative, and Kems, a freelancing product designer, for a conversation about what it feels like to come of age online. They talk about how social media went from “just vibes” to something that can shape identity, career, and creativity. Enoch reflects on...

Sometimes, a status reply to a TikTok video could be all it takes to deepen a connection. So far, friendships seem to just happen. You didn’t have to think too hard about keeping in touch, proximity did the work for you. But now? Between work, life changes, and distance, keeping up with friends takes effort. In this episode, Sam, Ibitein, and Mark sit down to talk about how friendships are shiftin...

Four years of writing exams and constant group chat banter, but now people are asking "How’s work?" instead of "How are you?" 😭 In this episode of Life Is a Skit, Samuel is joined by Bishop and Etini to discuss the reality checks that hit after school. From missing the forced proximity of school friendships to realising nobody is sponsoring your ministry anymore (because, appa...

The character building of schooling in Nigeria is unmatched. (smiles in shege) In this episode, Samuel lets Tomiwa and Ire—4th year architecture and engineering students—air their frustrations about navigating the Nigerian education system. From outdated curriculums to an environment that often stifles creativity, it can feel like the system is designed to test endurance more than intellect. Tomiw...

Life served with a side of hustle. These days, having a side hustle as a young person almost feels like a must. But do we really need one? In this episode, Samuel is joined by Naomi, the lowkey business mogul, and Tunmise, the freelancing senior dev, to explore why young people are taking on multiple gigs(4 remote gigs at once?!). Is it the economy, our culture, or just a deep-seated fear of being...

What kind of glow-up are you after? For some, it’s the career flex. For others, it’s the aesthetics, the lifestyle, or just finally getting 8 hours of sleep (Issa can relate). And for Georgia? A washing machine might just be the ultimate success story. In this episode, Samuel chats with Issa and Georgia to unpack the meaning of a “glow up” today. We talk personal wins, social media image, shifting...

In this episode, Samuel is joined by Mark and Ellie as they take a nostalgic trip back to the early 2000s, reflecting on what growing up felt like and how childhood expectations often collide with the truths of adult life. From navigating independence to handling the immediate surprises of being an adult, they share stories highlighting how these experiences shape their shifting perspectives. Whet...

Welcome to The New Adult Chronicles! Life is a Skit is a conversational podcast where young Nigerians come together to reflect, laugh at their mistakes, and share lessons learned along the way. Season 1 kicks off on January 20th, with new episodes dropping bi-weekly wherever you get your podcasts. The Life is a Skit theme was composed by Tobi the Leo , with cover design by Tammy Designs and additi...