Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has honored the memory of his late father, Justice Chukwudifu Oputa, on the 10th anniversary of his passing.
In his words, he remembers his father as the “Socrates of the Nigerian Supreme Court,” a man who was not only a distinguished jurist but also a loving family man.
In a heartfelt tribute, the veteran singer recalled how his father’s legacy had shaped his life and career. He acknowledged that initially, he had felt as if he was in a competition with his father’s accomplishments but eventually learned valuable lessons from him.
Justice Chukwudi Oputa
These lessons included the importance of family unity, living a simple life, contentment, and humility.
Charly Boy praised his father’s judicial career, describing his judgments as “profound” and noting that he was a “judge’s judge.” He also expressed gratitude for his father’s unwavering support of his dreams, saying, “Thanks for believing in my dream.”
The tribute ended with Charly Boy bidding his father a peaceful rest, acknowledging the enduring impact of his life and legacy.