Nigerian content creator Habeeb Hamzat known professionally
as Peller gained swift popularity through his entertaining YouTube and TikTok
content while showcasing his comedic and streaming talents.
Early Life and Background
Habeeb Hamzat, widely known by his online alias as
"Peller," was born on May 10, 2005, in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria.
He spent his childhood years with his two siblings and his parents in a
household of five members. The Yoruba tribe represents his cultural background
as he belongs to Nigeria's south-western region. The diverse cultural
environment where he spent his childhood served to mold his worldview along
with his content creation style.
During his early childhood years Peller's natural talent for
entertainment stood out as he perfectly imitated television artists which
caused pure delight to those who shared his life. The early performance art
exposure became the base for his upcoming career in content development.
Education and Early Interests
Peller received his primary education at Providence Primary
School before moving on to study at Frontrunner Academy for second-level
schooling in Ikorodu. The Nigerian roots of his heritage along with his
cultural background show through his work since he grew up in Ikorodu. Peller
actively participated in school clubs where drama and music remained his main
focus during his academic years. His membership in these performance-based
clubs allowed him to develop his performing abilities as he deepened his
interest in entertainment. The academic challenges from Nigerian schools did
not distract Peller from creative arts where he performed musical and
improvised skits for his friends.
Career Beginnings
At 16 years old Peller started his content creation journey
in 2021. He started creating short comedic videos on TikTok after finding
inspiration from American creators Kai Cenat, Fanum, IShowSpeed, and Duke. His
first content delivery featured Yoruba language combined with Pidgin English
which won favor among both local residents and grew his supportive following.
Peller succeeded in distinguishing his work through humorous Nigerian realities
that made his content easy to relate to and spread across social platforms.
Rise to Fame
Peller started his rise to stardom by creating
"Peller's Palava" the comedy series during 2024. Peller's comedy
series about everyday life issues brought quick popularity through major social
media networks. The combination of Peller's quick humor with his cultural
expertise and his flawless comedic skills brought viewers from all backgrounds
to his performances in Nigeria as well as among residents who had left the
country.
Peller made a significant career breakthrough when he joined
forces with Nigerian-Canadian rapper Dax during a live stream event. The live
session drew numerous viewers which resulted in dramatic increases to his
public reach and following numbers. Olamide reinforced Peller's status in the
entertainment industry by endorsing him during a live session and giving him
one million naira. The endorsements derived from talent recognition provided
Peller with both recognition together with access to new professional
relationships and business possibilities.
Achievements and Recognition
Peller's innovative content and engaging personality have
earned him numerous accolades. He currently holds the highest-viewed stream in
Africa with 76k views, surpassing his previous record of 60k views, which
featured popular Nigerian artist Olamide. However, Peller was crowned by TikTok
has the Highest streamer in Nigeria and
Africa as Large due to his livestream he hosted with Davido's tiktok account (a
popular Nigerian singer), which accommodated over 389k views. Although the 389k
viewed livestream has been recognized as the most viewed Livestream by a
African in TikTok History but it wasn't on peller's tiktok account but was
hosted by Peller on Davido's tiktok account.
In July 2024 he received the "Best Content
Creator" award from the Trace Awards & Festival which honored his
contributions to digital content creation. At the 2024 Pulse awards ceremony
Peller received two distinguished honors as the Next Generation influencer of
the year and TikTok influencer of the year on 13th October 2024. Peller received
the influencer of the year accolade for the SilverBird man of the year award on
17th March 2025. His reach becomes evident through outstanding statistics on
his social media presence. In October 2024 Peller's TikTok profile at
@realpeller achieved over 9.5 million followers together with 353 million likes
and his YouTube channel attracted 228,000 subscribers and accumulated million
views.
Musical Endeavors
Expanding his creative horizons, Peller ventured into music
in 2024. He released his debut single, "Belief," in June, followed by
"Story" in July, both of which gained popularity on YouTube and other
social media platforms, showcasing his versatility as an entertainer.
Personal Life and Relationships
While Peller's professional life is well-documented, he
maintains a level of privacy regarding his personal life. He announced his
romantic relationship with Jarvis, a popular Nigerian tiktoker. Their
relationship has been a public one and these celebrity couple shares their
romantic moments and date videos publicly through social media platforms.
Net Worth and Financial Milestones
As the youngest African entertainer on TikTok Peller holds
an estimated net worth of 1,500,000,000 billion naira. Due to his youth and
dedication to his craft his financial value will continue growing because skit
production offers significant revenue potential. The net worth of Nigerian
rising billionaire Peller amounts to $575,000 in US dollars. In February 2024
Peller bought his initial vehicle which he selected as a G-Wagon to demonstrate
his increasing financial success.
Impact and Legacy
Peller's impact on the Nigerian digital entertainment
landscape is significant. By incorporating elements of Yoruba culture and
language into his content, he has contributed to the global appreciation of
Nigerian culture. His success has also paved the way for aspiring content
creators in Nigeria, demonstrating that with creativity and perseverance, it is
possible to achieve global recognition.
Controversies and Public Perception
Despite his success, Peller has faced criticism regarding
his interactions with female colleagues, particularly Jarvis. Some fans have
accused him of not taking his relationship with her seriously, while others
believe he initiates interest in other female creators. Peller has not publicly
addressed these controversies, choosing to focus on his content creation.
Conclusion
Habeeb Hamzat, known professionally as Peller, exemplifies
the potential of digital media to transform individual creativity into global
influence. His journey from a young boy in Ikorodu to a renowned content
creator serves as an inspiration to many and highlights the vibrant and dynamic
nature of Nigeria's entertainment industry.
