Veteran entertainer Charly Boy has sparked reactions after launching a fresh attack on activist figures Omoyele Sowore and Deji Adeyanju, describing them as “fake” and beneath his level.
His comments, captured in a viral video, have triggered debate across social media platforms.
‘They are not in my class’
Speaking on his age and experience, Charly Boy said he is often misunderstood by those who still see him as youthful, stressing that he has decades of lived experience.
He noted that his first son is already 53 years old and an associate professor, using the point to underline his seniority.
“When you talk about Charly Boy people think I’m still a boy. I’m not a boy, that’s why I’m the Area Fada,” he said.
Direct swipe at activists
The entertainer did not hold back as he criticised Sowore and Adeyanju, questioning their credibility and impact.
“I’ve seen people who started and meant well but they ended up nasty,” he said.
“I’ve seen really fake people, like Sowore, like Deji Adeyanju. These are people I don’t feel are in my class. These are people beneath me.”
Mixed reactions trail remarks
The comments have since generated mixed reactions online, with some backing his stance while others criticised the tone of his remarks.
The video continues to circulate widely, adding to ongoing conversations around activism and public influence in Nigeria.
❝My first son is 53 years old. He is an associate Professor… I've seen really fake people, like a Sowore, like Deji Adeyanju. These are people I don't feel are in my class. These are people beneath me…❞
– Charly Boy pic.twitter.com/MpQzO23nLK
— @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) May 5, 2026