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TikToker Peller Kidnapped During Livestream, Rescued By Police
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Police confirm safety but details of rescue remain sketchy.
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Incident sparks debate on insecurity and risks to influencers.
Popular Nigerian TikToker, Habeeb Hamzat, better known as Peller, has been rescued by the Nigeria Police Force after being reportedly kidnapped by gunmen during a live broadcast session on Wednesday.
His colleague and fellow content creator, Sandra Benede, confirmed the development in a live video on Thursday morning.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that according to her, Peller is currently in police custody. “They have seen him. DPO has seen him. They never give details but they have seen him,” she told followers, assuring fans that more information would be released later.
Although the police are yet to make an official statement, Sandra’s update eased concerns among Peller’s supporters who had been in shock since the incident was first reported.
The abduction, which occurred while Peller was engaging with fans online, immediately sparked panic across social media, with users raising alarm and demanding swift intervention from the authorities.
Peller, known for his lively short-form videos and comic skits, has built a strong following across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.
His energetic style, frequent live sessions, and collaborations with fellow influencers have made him one of the rising stars in Nigeria’s digital comedy space.
As at the time of filing this report, the exact details of his rescue remain unclear.
However, the incident has once again brought attention to Nigeria’s growing insecurity challenges and the increasing risks faced by social media influencers and other public personalities.
