A 19-year-old son of renowned filmmaker Kunle Afolayan, Dieko Afolayan has slammed those criticizing him over his sexuality.
This comes after a video of the 19-year-old Dieko at the premiere of his father’s latest movie ‘Recall’ surfaced on social media.
In response, netizens criticized his appearance and mannerisms, with many questioning Dieko’s sexuality and others accusing him of being influenced by Western perspectives on transsexuality.
However, many users defended Dieko, arguing that he was being subjected to cyberbullying and hate.
Addressing the backlash, Afolayanvia Instagram, declaring himself “unapologetically authentic,” striving to find his place in a society that often pressures individuals to conform.
The influencer also emphasized his ambition, hard work, and self-awareness, adding that he wants to be a role model for young boys and girls.
“I will keep on introducing myself at certain times until people know me. If you are looking for where hard work meets success or how your guy will become that person, you’re welcome to my page,” he said.
“I am an individual of many talents. I am 19 years old. I would describe myself as ambitious and hardworking. I would describe myself as self-aware.
“One thing people should know about me is that I am very reserved. I am an influencer, creator, and entrepreneur. I come from a line of stars. I am also an individual who is trying to find himself in a world of chaos, in a world of not being accepted, being made to conform to society’s measures of what they expect of me. It is annoying.
“I want to be a role model to boys and girls out there. To be honest, the majority of my role models are women. I am someone who is unapologetic about who I am. I am unapologetic about my values and standards.”