The Lagos State Police Command has taken into custody popular social media personality Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, over a viral video that captured him driving dangerously while live-streaming, an act that reportedly resulted in a serious road traffic accident.
The Police Public Relations Officer of the command, Abimbola Adebisi, said the arrest followed concerns that Peller’s conduct posed a grave risk to public safety.
She explained that investigators are treating the incident as a possible deliberate act capable of endangering lives, including that of the suspect.
Adebisi confirmed that the matter has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for a thorough investigation, adding that Peller will be formally charged in court at the conclusion of inquiries.
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The statement reads: “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. His action constitutes a deliberate attempt to commit suicide and endangered the life of other innocent people.
“(2) 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 Lagos State Police Command has also cautioned social media influencers and content creators to avoid promoting reckless behavior online, stating that lawlessness will not be tolerated.
The police advised road users to comply with traffic regulations and prioritise safety.
“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”, the statement added.
