TikTok star Peller, whose full name is Hamzat Habeeb Adelaja, has made headlines after issuing a stern warning to fans hoping to attend his white wedding to Jarvis (Amadou Elizabeth Aminata) without the official aso-ebi fabric. The wedding is scheduled for August 1, 2026, in Lagos, Nigeria. Peller’s blunt stance has sparked widespread reactions online, with many debating the rising cost of aso-ebi at celebrity weddings.
Fan Question Ignites Controversy
The controversy began during a Twitch stream when a fan directly asked Peller: “Person wey no get aso-ebi fit come the wedding?” The content creator did not mince words, responding with a mix of humour and severity. “Yes, you can come and collect beating, not food. Abeg no try come without aso-ebi, just watch online, you'll enjoy it,” he said. He further clarified that anyone who still attempts to attend without the attire will be denied entry. “But if you still want to come, you go stay outside, you'll not enter,” Peller added.
High-Priced Aso-Ebi Sparks Debate
The official aso-ebi fabric has been priced at tiered rates: ₦350,000 for 4 yards, ₦700,000 for 8 yards, and ₦1,000,000 for 12 yards. These costs have drawn criticism from some fans who feel excluded from the celebration. However, Peller’s supporters argue that the rule is a security measure to manage venue capacity and maintain order.
Reactions from Fans
The statement quickly went viral, with many fans amused by Peller’s directness while others debated the escalating expense of aso-ebi at Nigerian celebrity weddings. Reactions on social media included:
- @omoelerinjare: “Collect beatings not food? That’s a harsh way to put it.”
- @Trex1220: “Thunder fire the poor fans ???. When you send your small money to enrich a fool, that's what you get. Na same thing 9ja pastors dey do their members.”
- @Olanrewaju66987: “That is not disrespectful, It's security aspect.”
- @raskidgina: “Y’all acting like it’s not normal in some Nigeria wedding even davido wedding we see a lot of videos of people getting embarrassed at the venue.”
- @olamide804: “Yall just gat in on the boy for no reason when davido do hin wedding how many of hin fans fy there ??? God go punish you!”
Peller Rejects Traditional Broadcast
In a related development, Peller disclosed an unexpected offer from DSTV to broadcast his wedding, but he turned it down in favour of live streaming online. This decision aligns with the growing trend of modern audiences preferring interactive and accessible digital events over conventional television broadcasts. It underscores Peller’s unique brand identity and sets a precedent for future live entertainment.
Ismaila Yinusa, Head of Entertainment Desk at Legit.ng, notes that Peller’s approach reflects a shift in how celebrities engage with fans, balancing exclusivity with audience connection.
