Popular TikTok star and livestream personality, Hamzat Habeeb, widely known as Peller, has revealed that he has secured admission into Caleb University, Lagos, marking a new chapter in his personal journey.
The influencer shared the news on Saturday through a video posted on Instagram, delivering the announcement in his trademark expressive style.
In the clip, Peller addressed critics who had often mocked his educational background, declaring his intention to prove a point.
He said, “Hello guys, everyone in the world watching me. I got admission to a university in Lagos. Educated or not educated, they wanted to use that to finish my life. Maybe I am the only one who did not go to university. Now we can do the challenge. I go to a private university, I go to a public university. It is Law that I am studying.”
Reinforcing the message, he added a celebratory caption to the video: “Congratulations to me o. Na so they call me this morning say I don get admission. Omo make una clear road, I go to pepper una.”
The development represents a significant shift from the criticism Peller has faced in the past regarding his level of education.
Earlier this year, on January 5, he openly acknowledged his struggles with spoken English during a live session with fellow content creator Enzo, explaining that the challenge was one of the reasons he intended to return to school.
When prompted to introduce himself in English during the session, he declined, saying, “My English is bad… but I am going to the university soon, I am an Art student.”
That moment sparked widespread reactions online, ranging from empathy to harsh criticism, as viewers debated the importance of formal education versus real-world success.
Beyond educational debates, Peller has also attracted attention for controversial incidents. In 2025, he was in the spotlight after crashing his car while livestreaming.
The Lagos State Police Command condemned the act as “extremely dangerous”, warning that it endangered both the influencer and the public. The matter was subsequently handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further inquiry.
His academic prospects again became a talking point in November 2025 after lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju publicly advised him to return to school.
In a Facebook post, Adeyanju wrote, “Peller should go to school. Education will shape his life and destiny. He can still be doing all the TikTok and making money, but education will add real value to his life.”
He went further to recommend Law as a suitable course, arguing that it would sharpen Peller’s reasoning and deepen his understanding of responsibility in the digital space.
“Let me suggest that he considers a law degree, but he must get a credit in Literature in English first,” Adeyanju added.
While the comments generated divided opinions online, Peller remained silent at the time.
His recent announcement, however, that he has been admitted to study Law appears to echo that advice, signaling a fresh direction amid ongoing public scrutiny.
