Popular streamer and content creator, Peller, has finally responded to the Nigerian lady who publicly criticized him for his approach and comments during a recent job interview session. The heated exchange has since sparked widespread reactions online, drawing attention to the controversial practices during influencer-led recruitment processes.
It will be recalled that a young lady, identified as Nkese, had earlier taken to social media to narrate her unpleasant experience after she applied for the cameraman role that Peller had announced. According to her, what was supposed to be a professional interview turned into a session of ridicule and insensitive remarks, leaving her embarrassed and disappointed.
Nkese specifically recounted that Peller had body-shamed her, making derogatory comments about her physical appearance. To make matters worse, he reportedly made dismissive jokes about her tribe, Efik, even suggesting that the tribe does not exist, an assertion that many considered deeply offensive and disrespectful.
Responding to the backlash, Peller defended himself by emphasizing that he wants an educated and versatile cameraman who can communicate effectively, especially during travels abroad. He insisted that despite his own self-admitted lack of formal education, he could not work with someone who lacks basic understanding and exposure, as it would affect the overall quality and professionalism of his brand content.
He further addressed Nkese's claims about the "unnecessary" questions he posed during the interview. Peller argued that those questions were intentional, designed to assess the candidates’ critical thinking, sense of humor, and general awareness — qualities he believes are crucial for anyone working closely with him.
“I am uneducated, I agree. But I can’t allow an uneducated person to be my cameraman. Imagine the boat of us now go outside country, you be my cameraman, something wey they ask me, I should be able to ask you and know. For the master’s degree something I just use am joke ni, but they bring am come. The only part wey she pick post na where I tell am say I no know where be that state or tribe wey I just dey joke with this girl she come – see you can’t even be my cameraman…”
His response has sparked mixed reactions from netizens, with some accusing him of mockery and arrogance, while others defended his approach, describing it as a wake-up call for job seekers to develop not just certificates but also real-life skills and confidence.
Reactions have followed …
@The_Gambitz said: “He’s just making a mockery of educated people. We all know that trick.”
@Sirchigor wrote: “I Dey talk unnecessary thing, how is it necessary 😂😂😂😂”
@Web3rx remarked: “This is what the world has turned into 😔”
@Jamezgrandson wrote: “That girl just dey find wetin to take trend.”
As the debate rages on, many continue to argue about where to draw the line between "humorous" content and professionalism during recruitment processes, especially when social media is involved. While some believe Peller’s tactics were in poor taste, others see it as a sign of the evolving nature of influencer-driven industries where personality often outweighs formal qualifications.
Watch video below …
I’m uneducated, and I can’t allow another uneducated person to be my cameraman — Peller after finding out the girl who dragged him is from Twitter 😭 https://t.co/ePUEL29PcH pic.twitter.com/DlBFz6Brah
— TENIOLA (@Teeniiola) July 12, 2025