Popular Nigerian content creator and livestreamer, Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, has threatened legal action against a self-proclaimed traditionalist following viral allegations that he sought spiritual assistance to become famous.
The controversy erupted after a man, described in viral social media posts as a Babalawo, claimed that Peller visited his shrine several years ago, allegedly seeking spiritual help to boost his career.
The man further alleged that the content creator came to him in tears and requested assistance before eventually rising to fame. He also claimed that Peller failed to fulfil an alleged agreement after achieving success.
However, Peller has strongly denied the claims, dismissing the allegations as false and accusing the man of exploiting his name for online attention and financial gain. (The Trumpet Newspaper Nigeria)
Peller Denies ‘Juju’ Claims
Reacting to the viral controversy, Peller reportedly insisted that the story was initially connected to content creation but alleged that the individual behind the claims had taken advantage of the attention generated online.
The livestreamer expressed concern that some social media users appeared to believe the allegations and were engaging with the man’s spiritual claims.
Peller warned that the matter could have serious consequences and threatened to involve law enforcement authorities, maintaining that he would pursue legal action against the individual behind the allegations. (GistReel)
The controversy has since generated widespread reactions across social media, with users divided over the claims and Peller’s response.
The development once again highlights how quickly unverified allegations involving celebrities and social media personalities can spread online, particularly when sensational claims are amplified through viral videos.
As of the latest reports, the allegations remain disputed, with Peller firmly denying that he sought spiritual intervention to achieve fame and insisting that legal action may follow. (Tribune Online)
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