Popular TikTok creator and streamer, Hamzat Habeeb Adelaja, widely known as Peller, has broken his silence over the controversies surrounding his alleged unauthorised visit to the Benin Palace and a N395 million lawsuit filed against him.
Speaking during a recent livestream, Peller maintained his innocence, insisting he was not directly responsible for the incidents.
The first issue relates to his visit to the Benin Palace on March 6, 2026, which the Benin Traditional Council described as a breach of palace protocol and a desecration of sacred grounds.
According to the council, Peller and his team allegedly entered the palace without proper authorisation. The incident reportedly led to disciplinary actions, including the suspension of a chief, the arrest and prosecution of a palace staff member, and possible sanctions against a queen featured in related content.
The council has also summoned Peller to appear before its committee and submit a written apology, warning that legal action may follow if he fails to comply.
Reacting, Peller said he acted based on instructions from his manager and was unaware that his visit violated any rules.
“My manager asked me to go to the Oba of Benin’s palace. I didn’t know about any protocols. I greeted everyone respectfully. My hands are clean,” he said.
The second controversy involves a N395 million lawsuit filed by a Lagos resident, Osarobo Odigie, over an alleged incident at a lounge in Lekki.
In a pre-action notice, she accused Peller of defamation, cyber harassment, invasion of privacy, and emotional distress after he allegedly recorded and shared a video of a confrontation without her consent.
She is demanding N200 million for defamation, N100 million for emotional trauma, N75 million for cyberbullying, and N20 million as legal costs.
Responding to the lawsuit, Peller admitted he does not have the financial capacity to meet the demands and appealed for understanding.
“I don’t have that kind of money. It feels like people want me to go broke. I’m begging; I’m just a young person who needs guidance,” he said.
