The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced plans to prosecute popular TikTok influencer Habeeb Hamzat, also known as Peller, following his viral live-stream video showing him involved in a road crash.
This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the FRSC spokesperson, Olusegun Ogungbemide.
Condemning the actions of Peller, the corps stressed that such behaviour is unlawful, dangerous, and a violation of road traffic regulations.
Consequently, the FRSC has directed its Lagos State Sector Command to initiate legal proceedings against Peller for reckless driving, use of a phone while driving, and distracted driving, in accordance with traffic laws.
“Live streaming, content creation, recording, or engaging in any activity that distracts a driver while on the road is a direct violation of traffic laws and endangers lives, not only of the driver but also of innocent road users.
“Fame does not confer immunity from the law,” the statement read.
The FRSC Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, called on entertainment networks, actors’ guilds, and influencer associations to educate their members and promote responsible conduct on Nigerian roads.
“Celebrities and influencers hold tremendous sway, especially among young Nigerians. They must act as ambassadors of road safety, not symbols of recklessness.
“No social media trend or viral moment is worth a human life,” the corps marshal added.
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He expressed concern over what he described as a growing trend of reckless driving among celebrities, social media influencers, and content creators.
Mohammed stated that the quest for online fame and attention is increasingly prompting some to flout traffic regulations, endangering themselves and other road users.
The FRSC’s action is coming after a video emerged online on Sunday, showing Peller driving while agitated and threatening self-harm during a live broadcast.
The incident culminated in a life-threatening crash, raising alarms over distracted and reckless driving practices.
The FRSC boss emphasized that public roads are shared spaces governed by law, not platforms for streaming or stunts, and urged Nigerians to report dangerous driving behaviours to help reduce accidents nationwide.
He reaffirmed the FRSC’s commitment to safer highways, highlighting that road safety requires discipline, restraint, and compliance with the law from all road users.
