Karl, brother of former #BBNaija housemate, Uriel Ngozi Oputa may be dropping a hint about his sexuality via the photo sharing social media network, Instagram.

The heavily bearded man posted a photo that carried as part of its captioned #blackgayman. This may mean he is gay and it may also mean on the other hand, just showing support for the LGBT community.

It would be surprising if the man actually meant he is gay because it is a crime in Nigeria.

Being gay in the country attracts up to 14 years imprisonment.

While coming out as LGBT in some communities may be very easy, it has to be done with caution in other climes. Many people drop the hint first by wearing dresses and accessories bearing LGBT insignia. Others do by first hanging out with the LGBT cliques while some just come out to their friends and loved ones directly.