Nigerian activist and entertainer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has revealed that he engaged in criminal activities during his younger years while living in the United States.
The outspoken social commentator made the disclosure on Friday during an appearance on Arise Television’s Prime Time.
Reflecting on his past, Charly Boy said he made a number of poor choices in his youth and participated in activities he now regrets.
“I’ve made mistakes in my life. I’ve been a thief. I’ve done very risky things. I’ve done very stupid things, very foolish things. In fact, I have no business being here with you tonight, but I guess there’s a purpose for my life,” he said.
According to the activist, his years in America were filled with reckless choices, including involvement in financial crimes.
“I was doing white-collar crime when I was in America. I was about 25 years old. I was doing a lot of stupid stuff. That’s why I say I’ve been there,” he added.
The social commentator pointed out that rather than hide those parts of his story, he chose to document them fully in his memoir to show his complete journey from rebellion and mistakes to transformation and self-discovery.
