Tuesday, 02 July, 2024

Charly Boy: My Dad, My Ultimate Teacher


Children are a heritage from God. How they are raised determines how they turn out in future. Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy was raised by his father, Chukwudifu Oputa with principles and discipline. Even after his father’s demise, Charly Boy is still thriving in that path.

It is the joy of parents to see their children excel and live as worthy examples to society. At a particular stage in the life of most children, they tend to carve their own path, away from the teachings of their parents. Nevertheless, a child who listens carefully to the advice of his parents never forgets the values that have been instilled in him.

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Charly Boy is a song writer and television presenter. He is also an activist who has made a mark in the music industry. It is paramount to note that Charly Boy portrays his art while identifying with motorcyclists.

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Charles Oputa (Photo Source: Facebook- Charles Oputa)

Human rights activist

Fighting for the rights of individuals has been one of the priorities of Charly Boy over the years. Often, he joins in the protest against some policies by the government. Besides, he has also boosted the morale of youths by encouraging them to stand for their rights.

Without mincing words, it can be said that the ‘Area Fada’, as he is fondly called, is a dogged fellow who does not give up easily. He stands for what he believes in and is not bothered by anyone who gets irritated by his ideologies. Likewise, he is a role model to many.

The stubborn son of a Justice

Charles Oputa’s late father was a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. It will be recalled that the late jurist once reproved his son for his lifestyle choices. He openly stated that Charly Boy was not his son and wasn’t allowed in his house. But rather, his son is Charles Oputa.

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Late Justice Oputa (Source Facebook/Charles Oputa)

Justice Chuwudifu Oputa was born in Oguta, Imo state on September 22, 1924. He died on May 11, 2014. On what would have been his dad’s 104th birthday, Chukwuemeka took to his social media pages to wish him a posthumous birthday.

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In his words, he stated that he is sending his birthday wishes to him in heaven. In addition, Charly boy praised the discipline and strong values of his late father. He also acknowledged the fact that his father’s wisdom and kindness made him who he is today.

The Area Fada also admitted that he was a stubborn son to his dad. Justice Chukwudifu Oputa, among his achievements, was notable for chairing the Oputa Panel which was set up by former president Olusegun Obasanjo during his regime to investigate human rights violations in Nigeria.


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