The admission of popular TikTok streamer Habeeb Hamzat, known as Peller, into a private university to study Law has ignited a fierce debate regarding academic standards and eligibility.
The Evidence
In an attempt to silence trolls who questioned his educational background, Peller publicly shared his 2023 West African Examination Council (WAEC) results. While the document confirmed credits in subjects like “English and Marketing,” it notably revealed a “D7 in Government” and indicated that his “Literature in English” result was “cancelled.”
The Backlash
The revelation has sparked widespread scrutiny, with many Nigerians questioning how the influencer secured admission to study law, a course that typically requires strong credits in government and literature. Netizens are now querying the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and the unnamed private institution, demanding transparency regarding the admission process. Some are also calling for him to release his JAMB UTME results.
Context
This controversy follows Peller’s recent disclosure on The Honest Bunch podcast, where he claimed that his poor command of English is a strategic act. He explained that he spoke proper English before his fame but switched his style because people did not take him seriously otherwise.