TikTok Star Peller Quits Caleb University After Days, Cites Mental Stress
Popular Nigerian TikTok streamer and content creator, Habeeb “Peller” Hamzat, has reportedly withdrawn from Caleb University, Lagos State, just days after resuming academic activities, triggering widespread reactions on social media.
Peller’s decision came to public attention following the circulation of a viral voice note in which the influencer expressed frustration with the traditional university learning system, describing it as mentally exhausting and unproductive compared to his digital career. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
In the audio message that has since gone viral, Peller lamented the long hours spent in lectures without any immediate financial reward, questioning the value of the academic routine in contrast to content creation.
“I will now sit inside class for like seven hours and be writing and looking? And play play not making anything? God forbid,” he said.
The TikTok star suggested that the classroom experience felt draining and disconnected from the fast-paced income opportunities he enjoys as a full-time streamer.
Beyond academic stress, Peller also pointed to age differences as another reason for his decision. He jokingly noted that he felt out of place among his classmates, whom he described as older.
“When I entered the school I see that everybody is old, so me too I need to get old like 30 or 40 years before I go,” he remarked.
His comments have further fueled discussions about age, relevance, and self-confidence within Nigeria’s higher education system.
The influencer also emphasized mental fatigue, stating that the classroom environment was overwhelming and that he needed to step away completely from academics to protect his mental health.
While his remarks were partly humorous, many social media users have interpreted them as a reflection of the growing tension between formal education and digital entrepreneurship among Nigerian youths.
As of the time of filing this report, it remains uncertain whether Peller has formally withdrawn from Caleb University or has simply stopped attending lectures. The institution has not issued an official statement regarding the matter.
The development has continued to generate mixed reactions online, with some Nigerians criticizing his stance on education, while others defend his choice, citing the evolving nature of success in the digital economy.
“I’m not going back to school. I can’t sit in a classroom for seven hours without making any money. I’ll go back when I clock 40.” — Peller.
— YabaLeftOnline (@yabaleftonline) January 27, 2026