- Social media figure Peller is facing backlash for comments about Yoruba people during a live session.
- Peller, who identifies as Yoruba, claimed that members of the ethnic group are known for making bold financial requests.
- He described their approach as assertive, often involving demands for large sums of money without hesitation.
Popular social media figure Peller is currently facing backlash online following remarks he made about Yoruba people during a recent live session.
While speaking during the broadcast, Peller who stated that he is Yoruba alleged that individuals from the ethnic group are known for making bold financial requests. He described their approach as assertive, sometimes involving demands for large amounts of money without hesitation.
His comment quickly went viral across social media, sparking a wave of mixed reactions from users.
In his words, he said, “I’m a Yoruba boy but Yoruba people beg a lot. Their begging is premium and threatening; telling you to give them 1 million naira or above.”
The viral clip has since drawn criticism from many who accused him of generalising and disrespecting his own ethnic group.
However, some people defended the statement, suggesting it may have been intended as humour or based on personal encounters. Others, however, viewed it as inappropriate and potentially divisive.
Incidents like this have become more common in recent years, with several Nigerian influencers facing criticism over comments seen as tribalistic, often prompting public apologies and conversations around responsible social media use.
As of the time this report was filed, Peller had yet to release any official statement addressing the controversy.
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