Popular TikTok content creator, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, on Friday issued a public apology following a viral video showing him driving recklessly and crashing his vehicle during a live-stream.
In a video shared on Instagram, Peller said, “I’m sorry, Nigeria, please I’m sorry. I will never do that again. I am very sorry. For now, I am on medication. Once I’m done with my medication, I will be online.”
“I let emotion get to me. That’s why I do that. I’m very sorry. Please, please. You can comment anything against me, but please, I’m sorry. I’m very sorry. I don’t do it intentionally. Please. Please, guys. Please forgive me. I’m very sorry. Please, don’t bully Jarvis. Leave her. She is not concerned. It’s me,”he added.
The apology comes after the widely shared incident on Sunday, December 14, 2025, when Peller livestreamed himself driving recklessly along the Lekki‑Epe Expressway in Lagos.
During the livestream, he threatened to crash his vehicle in what many described as an attempted suicide before losing control and smashing his newly purchased Mercedes‑Benz into a stone barrier.
Bystanders at the scene conveyed him to a hospital, though the extent of his injuries was initially unclear. The crash sparked public outrage due to the risk posed to both the influencer and other road users.
Reacting to the incident, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said the episode highlighted the dangers of distracted and reckless driving, especially among content creators.
The FRSC Corps Marshal warned that such behaviour violates traffic laws and undermines national road safety efforts, stating that prosecution should begin for offences including reckless driving, using a phone while driving, and distracted driving.
Meanwhile, the Lagos State Police Command confirmed Peller’s arrest and detention for further investigation, describing his conduct as extremely dangerous and capable of causing fatal consequences. Police characterized the incident as a “deliberate attempt to commit suicide” and cautioned against using social media platforms to engage in reckless acts.
The case has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a comprehensive probe, and Peller is expected to face prosecution by the FRSC.
