Popular Nigerian content creator Peller has opened up about witnessing the emotional moment when controversial social media personality DJ Chicken was remanded at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre. In a video circulating online, Peller described how the outspoken livestreamer appeared completely different from his usual energetic online persona.
Peller recounts the emotional scene at Kirikiri
According to Peller, he was present when DJ Chicken, whose real name is Ademola, was taken to Kirikiri prison following a court appearance. The TikTok star noted that the entertainer was humble and low in energy, a stark contrast to the personality his followers see during livestreams.
“I was there when DJ Chicken was sent to Kirikiri prison. He was humble. All his fans and people on his livestream were not there. He went to face the reality alone,” Peller said.
The content creator added that the experience served as a painful lesson about the limits of internet fame. “They said we're idiots, not celebrities. Everybody will be pushing you online but you'll suffer alone,” he said.
Why DJ Chicken was arraigned
DJ Chicken was arraigned before an Ikeja Magistrate Court over allegations that he threatened the life of Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu. He faces three charges: alleged threat to life, publication of offensive material online, and conduct likely to cause a breach of public peace.
The prosecution, led by SP Okunuga, Officer-in-Charge of Legal at the Lagos State Police Command Headquarters, stated that the alleged offences were committed in Lekki at about 9 a.m. on July 5. DJ Chicken pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Court grants bail with strict conditions
Magistrate Onamusi granted the defendant bail in the sum of ₦1 million, subject to several conditions. One surety must be a blood relative bearing the defendant's surname, while the second must be a recognised community leader or a member of the clergy. Both sureties must provide evidence of three years of tax payments and undergo verification by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority before the bail can be perfected.
The case has been adjourned until August 3 for further hearing.
Previous incident: DJ Chicken taunted Peller after car crash
Legit.ng previously reported that DJ Chicken taunted Peller after the TikTok star was involved in a car crash following his breakup with girlfriend Jarvis. Peller had posted a disturbing video informing fans that he intended to take his own life. Unlike many Nigerians who expressed concern, DJ Chicken shared a video expressing delight at the incident, saying he liked the way Peller got involved in the accident.
