I am not gay – Charly Boy clears the air amid Bobrisky’s arrest

Charles Oputa, commonly known as Charly Boy, is a well-known artist and media figure who has now spoken out about his sexuality.

During a conversation with his family member, Big Brother Naija star Uriel Oputa, the veteran artist revealed that, while he may be homosexual, he is not.

Charly Boy admitted that he had a feminine side that he refers to as Linda, but highlighted that if he were homosexual, he would have championed the battle for gay rights in Nigeria.

The ‘Area Fada’ made the statement after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission reportedly arrested controversial crossdresser and supposed transperson Bobrisky.

Charly Boy said; “I’ve a feminine side I called Linda. And I remember when I was doing the Charly Boy show, I had this character I always played called Miss Zigizigi. I picked that up when I was in the United States.

“So I’ve my feminine ways and sometimes I can get confusing if you really don’t know who I am. A lot of people have said I am gay.

“I could be but I am not. Because if I was gay I will be carrying my placards going around and fighting for gay rights.”