By Adesakin Adefemi
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and detained popular social media influencer Habeeb Hamzat, aka Peller, following a viral video showing him driving recklessly and crashing his vehicle during a live-stream on December 14, 2025.
According to a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, the arrest followed public outrage over the incident. The police described Peller’s actions as “extremely dangerous” and a “deliberate attempt to commit suicide,” endangering his life and others.
The statement read, “The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and detained, for further investigation, Habeeb Hamzat aka ‘PELLER’, subsequent to the viral video that surfaced online on Sunday 14th December, 2025, in which he was seen driving recklessly, leading to a dangerous road crash and serious motor accident, while the incident was being live-streamed, thereby endangering his life and that of other road users.”
The police further disclosed that the matter had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a comprehensive probe. “The case is currently being investigated by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). The outcome of the investigation will be made public, and the suspect will be charged to the court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with the law,” the statement added.
Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, warned social media influencers and content creators against promoting reckless behaviour online, emphasizing that such actions won’t be tolerated. “The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, CP Olohundare Jimoh, strongly warns social media influencers, content creators and general members of the public to desist from using social media platforms to engage in or promote reckless, dangerous, or unlawful and criminal acts.”
The incident has reignited public debate over the growing trend of risky stunts by content creators in pursuit of online engagement, with many Nigerians calling for stricter enforcement to deter similar acts.
The police urge all road users to comply with traffic regulations, ensuring public peace and safety. “Such lawlessness will not be tolerated, and the full weight of the law will be applied on any offender. The Command further urges all road users to comply strictly with traffic regulations and remains committed to ensuring public peace and safety at all times.”
Peller’s actions have sparked concerns about the safety of social media influencers and their followers. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible behaviour, especially when creating online content.
The outcome of the investigation will be made public, and Peller will face charges accordingly. This incident highlights the need for social media influencers to prioritize safety and adhere to laws and regulations.
