Nigeria, April 1 -- Diekoloreoluwa 'Dieko' Afolayan, the 19-year-old son of renowned Nollywood filmmaker Kunle Afolayan, has responded to criticism and speculation surrounding his sexuality, asserting his individuality and aspirations to be a role model.

The debate over his identity intensified over the weekend following his appearance at the premiere of his father's latest film, 'Recall.'

His unconventional mannerisms and fashion choices became a topic of conversation on social media, with some users questioning his sexuality and accusing him of adopting Western cultural influences. However, many others came to his defence, condemning the scrutiny as "cyberbullying" and "baseless hate."

In response to the controversy, Dieko affirmed h...