In a shocking turn of events, popular Nigerian content creator and streamer Oderhohwo Efe, widely known as Carter Efe, has had his Twitch account temporarily suspended. This action comes just days after he achieved the monumental feat of becoming Africa's most-followed streamer on the platform.
The Suspension Announcement and Twitch's Reasoning
Efe broke the news to his fans on Monday, December 22, 2025, via his X (formerly Twitter) page. He shared a screenshot of an official email from Twitch that informed him of the global suspension of his account, carterefe. The email stated that the decision was made after a review of his activity or content, which was found to be in violation of the platform's Terms of Service and Community Guidelines.
The communication from Twitch explicitly mentioned that his access to their services was now temporarily restricted on a global scale. The platform also issued a stern warning, noting that repeated violations could lead to more severe penalties. These could include longer temporary suspensions or even a permanent ban from the streaming service.
Alongside the email screenshot, Carter Efe posted a brief but emotional message expressing his disappointment over the development. He did not, however, specify the exact content or action that triggered the suspension, leaving his massive fanbase speculating.
A Meteoric Rise to the Top
The suspension is particularly jarring as it follows a period of unprecedented success for the Nigerian creator. Just last week, Efe surpassed 406,000 followers on Twitch, officially overtaking fellow Nigerian streamer Shank Comics, who previously held the record with about 233,000 followers.
This explosive growth was largely fueled by a highly publicized and massively successful livestream collaboration with Afrobeats superstar, Davido. The joint broadcast drew enormous attention across Nigeria and the African continent, reportedly attracting around 83,000 concurrent live viewers at its peak. This made it the most-watched Twitch livestream originating from Africa at that time.
The stream's virality was amplified by several memorable moments. Davido placed surprise calls to high-profile personalities including his wife, nightlife entrepreneur Cubana Chief Priest, and Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen. Furthermore, the session took an unexpected turn when another content creator, Enzo, briefly interrupted the broadcast to challenge Efe to a spontaneous boxing match, a clip that sparked widespread reactions on social media.
Unanswered Questions and the Path Forward
As of the time of reporting, Twitch has not publicly disclosed the specific reason behind Carter Efe's account suspension. The platform's standard policy involves reviewing reported content against its guidelines, but the details remain confidential between the company and the user.
Similarly, Carter Efe has not indicated whether he plans to appeal the temporary restriction. The situation leaves a significant question mark over the account of a creator who was riding a massive wave of popularity. His rapid follower growth—gaining approximately 160,000 new followers in just four days following the Davido stream—highlights his significant influence and the potential impact of this suspension on the African streaming community.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the power digital platforms wield and the importance of adhering to their community standards, even for top-tier creators. The Nigerian and broader African online community now awaits further developments, hoping for clarity and a resolution for one of its brightest digital stars.
