A resurfaced throwback video of veteran Nigerian singer Charly Boy, whose real name is Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, has taken the internet by storm. The clip, originally from a 2024 interview on the Honest Bunch podcast, shows the artist recounting a bizarre encounter that occurred during a difficult period in his marriage.
Charly Boy Recounts Unusual Experience
In the trending video, Charly Boy opened up about a time when his wife had left him, leaving him feeling profoundly lonely. He decided to go into town and bring home what he believed was a beautiful woman. However, he soon discovered that the person he had brought home was actually a man.
Sharing the story in his own words, Charly Boy said: "I love gay people. One time my wife gone run away. I was so effing lonely. So I say okay, I could go to town. The first woman I see I go carry. Very, very beautiful. We came home, but instead of anything, we ended up talking till morning. I was complaining about my depression, and this beautiful woman advised me to see her shrink. But when the person entered the bathroom and came out again, it was not the same person, it was a full-blown man."
Reactions from Social Media Users
The video has sparked a wave of reactions online, with many users expressing shock, amusement, and criticism. Some comments included:
- @chukwu_ebu30900 said: "This thing don happen to my guy when I visited Thailand. Baba carry trans gender think say na woman and she was forcing my guy to off light but as the trans gender guy remove clothes the guy on light come see his prrick and he shout and I went inside the room and we send her out."
- @karo_manuel said: "Niggga GAY. We know since day one."
- @NoName56125318 said: "Mr chali chali. No deh whine joor."
- @Wesleyve3 said: "He was probably drinking that night."
- @Jeffoe01 said: "The depression go just tripple."
- @miky_young said: "Baba chop the thing!!!"
Charly Boy Addresses Sexuality Rumors
In a separate interview with KAATRUTH, Charly Boy addressed long-standing rumors about his sexuality. He described himself as an open book who has never hidden any part of his identity. He stated: "If I was gay, I’ll be shouting it at the rooftop. I don’t hide myself. I commit my soul." He added that he prefers to live authentically, comparing himself to someone sitting in the market square where everyone can see him.
"By that I mean I’m like an open book. I can’t lie about anything because liars are for people who don’t have the courage to live their authentic life, and I’ve been living my authentic life since ages. So, I don’t send anybody," he said.
Charly Boy's Legacy as a Controversial Entertainer
For decades, Charly Boy has remained one of Nigeria’s most controversial and talked-about entertainers. From his bold fashion statements to his unique stage persona, the veteran performer has consistently pushed boundaries and challenged social norms. His eccentric image, combined with his outspoken activism, has often fueled public curiosity and speculation about his personal life.
In another recent development, Charly Boy visited the Olamide-Baddo bus stop, which was previously named after him but was changed by the Bariga LCDA. During the visit, he jested at those trying to faze him with the change, igniting further reactions online.
