Popular social media personality Peller has come under heavy criticism after making controversial remarks about Yoruba people during a recent live session, where he described their style of asking for money as “premium and threatening.”
Comment made during live session
During the broadcast, Peller, who identified himself as Yoruba, claimed that people from the ethnic group often make bold financial requests, sometimes demanding large sums without hesitation.
The statement quickly spread across social media platforms, drawing mixed reactions from viewers.
He said, “I’m a Yoruba boy but Yoruba people beg a lot. Their begging is premium and threatening; telling you to give them 1 million naira or above.”
The clip has since been widely shared, with many users accusing him of stereotyping and disrespecting his own ethnic group.
Online reactions trail viral remark
While some supporters argued that the comment was made jokingly and reflected personal experiences, others condemned it as insensitive and divisive.
In recent years, several Nigerian influencers have faced backlash for comments perceived as tribalistic, often leading to public apologies and calls for more responsible use of social media platforms.
As of the time of filing this report, Peller had not issued a formal clarification or apology regarding the statement.
Watch the video below…
“I’m a Yoruba boy but Yoruba people begs a lot. Their begging is premium and thr3@tening; telling you to give them 1 million naira or above.”
— Peller says. pic.twitter.com/14Tg0HBlCE
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) March 27, 2026
