Ghanaian fashion critic Charlie Dior has spoken out again about rumours regarding his sexuality.On the Girls Aloud podcast, one of the hosts asked him directly about the ongoing speculation about his sexual orientation, something that has followed him for some time.While Charlie Dior is known for being confident and outspoken, he seemed uncomfortable when first asked about it.

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After a brief pause, he explained that he prefers to keep that part of his life private.

don’t think Ghana is ready for that conversation,” Dior stated as he explained that his reluctance was not rooted in fear or personal insecurity but stemmed from an understanding of the societal context in which he operates.Dior elaborated, saying, “It’s not about me; it’s about the readiness of the

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society I’m part of. I won’t have a conversation that people aren’t prepared to handle.”Despite his refusal to confirm or deny the rumours, Charley Dior emphasised that he is unbothered by such claims.“People will always have something to say,” he remarked with a smile. “But that doesn’t define who I am or my work,” he stated.

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