Nigerian streamer Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, has broken his silence following his release from a five-day detention. In a series of Snapchat posts, he recounted the harsh conditions he endured, stating he went without food and bathing during his time behind bars.
Peller's Ordeal in Detention
Peller was arrested after a viral video showed him arguing with police officers who stopped him for allegedly driving a vehicle with tinted windows and no license plate. He spent four nights in a detention cell, an experience he described as unimaginable. He claimed that he looked unkempt and dirty and was not yet ready to show his face. He added, 'I no chop, bath,' indicating he did not eat or bathe throughout his detention. He also alleged that some people wanted to harm him, but God protected him and brought him through the ordeal safely.
Fans React to Peller's Experience
Following his release, his management provided an update on his court case. His posts on social media sparked mixed reactions from fans. Many expressed relief that he returned home safely and thanked God for his release. Some asked whether he had learned his lesson from the incident. A few commenters attributed his ordeal to a lack of education, urging him to humble himself and improve his communication. Others questioned why he was driving without a license plate and arguing with police officers. Some remarked that the life of a celebrity is not easy.
Comments from Fans
Here are some of the comments from fans: @chameleon.639761 said, 'So you can learn d hard way bro, na normal adjustment.' @mr_lotti reacted, 'U are becoming a man, u never see anything.' @jamesbolajy_print wrote, 'Hope e don learn his lesson. Make e shut up.' @radicalevangelist_ said, 'That’s to tell you to humble yourself n mind your speech anyways Jesus loves you & Jesus Christ is coming soon.' @justice_stanley0 wrote, 'Celebrity life e no easy, you never seen anything.' @joe_xpression reacted, 'At least go again make your body calm. Na Still illiteracy cause his misfortune…Because will you drive without having a plate number and still calming right.'
Victor Osimhen Pledges Support for Peller's Wedding
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Peller shared a moment of joy during a video call with Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen. The football star congratulated Peller and his partner, Jarvis, ahead of their upcoming wedding ceremony. Osimhen offered prayers for the couple and asked the streamer to send his bank account details and Aso Ebi package. The striker noted that his representatives would attend the event to support the couple even if his busy football schedule prevents him from being there in person.
