Peller Faces Backlash Over Remarks Made During Family Visit

Popular Nigerian streamer and TikTok creator Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as ‘Peller’, has come under fire after saying he does not regard his younger paternal half-sister as his sibling during a family visit.

The incident happened during a livestream in Ikorodu, where Peller visited his father and relatives with his fiancée, Jarvis, as part of their pre-wedding activities. The young girl came forward to welcome him, but his response quickly drew attention online.

Explaining his position, Peller said he only considers children born to his mother as his siblings.

However, he acknowledged the girl as his father’s daughter and a member of his extended family.

The clip soon went viral, triggering mixed reactions. While some supporters defended his right to define family boundaries, many others criticised the remarks as insensitive.

Several commenters argued that such views clash with Yoruba cultural values, where family ties often extend beyond maternal lines.

@_praedita wrote:

“This is WRONG, no matter how small this girl may be, she will never forget this day and hate herself for making an attempt to even attach herself to you, even if you have this in your mind, there is no need to say it out publicly like this.”

@okafor_nna54678:

“Honestly, wetin Peller do for here no good. You already knew she is your father’s daughter, how then is she not your sister? Make we no too all this fame climb our head. Biko”

@EmediongTG said:

“People often judge him, but they do not understand the emotional and financial stress of a polygamous home. He’s trying to set boundaries so he doesn’t go broke. Success should be a blessing, not a trap.”