Peller: Lost but found.
TikTok star Peller was allegedly kidnapped by unidentified gunmen on Wednesday night, August 27, while live-streaming to his followers.
The incident occurred in Ikate, Lagos, shortly after he left a popular restaurant and was driving home. Viewers watched in shock as armed men intercepted him, forcing him out of his car before the stream abruptly ended.Peller was taken away by the gunmen, leaving his car and phone behind, which sparked widespread panic among fans and associates.
The Nigeria Police Force reportedly rescued Peller within hours, and he is currently safe with the police, according to his associate Sandra Benede.
Details of the rescue remain limited, and no official statement has been issued by Peller's management or security agencies.
Fans and fellow TikTokers expressed relief and joy upon hearing about Peller's rescue, with some speculating about the authenticity of the kidnapping.
The incident has reignited conversations about rising insecurity in Lagos and the growing risks faced by public figures, particularly influencers who often share real-time updates of their movements online.
