Former federal lawmaker, Senator Dino Melaye, has responded sharply to recent criticisms from veteran entertainer and activist Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, over his public display of wealth.
Charly Boy had ridiculed the ex-senator following Melaye’s viral video where he described himself as a “limited edition,” implying his uniqueness.
The entertainer mocked Melaye for what he described as excessive flaunting of luxury and suggested that the politician might be battling an underlying emotional struggle.
“Not all mental illnesses are noticeable,” Charly Boy had said, insinuating that the senator’s flashy lifestyle may be masking deeper issues.
In a strongly worded response via a video posted to his social media pages on Thursday, Melaye lambasted the music legend, accusing him of seeking relevance by attacking his character.
“Charly Boy is trying to use my name to gain popularity because his destiny has been thrown inside a freezer,” Melaye said.
He further mocked the veteran entertainer’s living conditions.
“I heard he has a leaking roof but he has no money to fix it. He places a whole big bike in front of his house like a statue and doesn’t see that as a show-off,” Melaye added.
Captioning the video, he wrote, “Boda agbaya..Charly Boy. Bad son of a good father. Egungun wey dey climb okada. Be careful.”
Melaye, who represented Kogi West during the 8th National Assembly, is widely known for his flamboyant lifestyle and collection of luxury cars, frequently showcasing them on social media.
