Popular Nigerian TikTok content creator Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, has reportedly been taken into police custody. This development follows a distressing incident where the 20-year-old influencer attempted to take his own life, an act allegedly triggered by a recent breakup with his girlfriend, fellow TikTok star Jarvis.
Details of the Incident and Arrest
The situation came to public attention through social media influencer Tunde Perry. Perry confirmed that Peller is currently being held at a police station. He took to his platform not just to share the news but to make a passionate appeal to the Nigerian public. Perry urged people to offer support and encouragement to the young man during this difficult time, rather than condemnation.
"Please let us all take it easy with Peller," Perry pleaded. "He has been arrested and he is currently at the police station. We know what he did was bad and we have corrected him. Please, he needs our support and encouragement now. Let us forgive him."
This alarming event is the latest in a series of concerning incidents involving Peller. Just recently, he was involved in a serious car accident that made headlines and raised significant worries about his mental and emotional state. Reports from Legit.ng indicate that Peller intentionally crashed his new Mercedes-Benz along the Lekki expressway.
Public and Official Reactions
A viral video from the crash scene showed Peller in a visible state of distress moments before the impact. He was heard thanking his followers and declaring his intention to end his life. He was subsequently hospitalized following the crash. However, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), upon reviewing the disturbing footage, vowed to prosecute the content creator for his actions.
The news of his arrest has sparked a wave of mixed reactions across social media platforms. While some users echoed Tunde Perry's call for empathy, others expressed a harder stance.
User @iamtife_xx commented, "Please let’s stop bullying and bashing him please ??he’s an amazing person and no one is perfect?let’s encourage and support them abeg." Conversely, @adekunle_0k02 noted, "If police carry him he deserve it…why he go still come online again dey talk say nah thing way fit kpai him he wan Dey do now." Another user, @bobdickson715, offered a stark perspective: "It's better for him to stay in prison for one year than he actually k*lled himself two days ago."
Jarvis Breaks Her Silence
Amid the turmoil, Jarvis, the girlfriend at the center of the breakup rumors, has publicly addressed allegations of infidelity. During a live session, she firmly debunked rumors that she cheated on Peller, stating she had never been unfaithful throughout their relationship. Her statement came as public concern for Peller's well-being grew, fueled by claims that he became emotionally distraught after receiving a breakup note from her.
The situation remains developing as the young influencer faces both legal consequences and a critical need for psychological support. The incident has ignited broader conversations about mental health, the pressures of online fame, and the appropriate public response to such personal crises.
