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“Civil Servants Can’t Afford Maldives” — Tunde Perry Defends Peller, Sparks Debate

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Promise Odejide

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Content creator and socialite Tunde Perry has joined the conversation around Peller’s controversial remarks, backing the influencer while highlighting what he described as the harsh economic reality facing many civil servants in Nigeria.

Context behind the reaction

His comments come amid backlash against Peller following his Maldives trip with his girlfriend, Jarvis, which drew criticism from TVC News anchors and other Nigerians over statements linked to luxury and affordability.

Tunde Perry argued that the outrage may be misplaced, insisting that Peller simply stated an uncomfortable truth about lifestyle gaps.

What Tunde Perry said

“Civil servants cannot go to Maldives to enjoy themselves like Peller did, truly. People are just blaming him for saying the truth, even the TV stations that are blaming him too,” he said.

He maintained that income levels among many government workers make such trips unrealistic, reflecting broader economic challenges.

Comparison that triggered reactions

The socialite went further by comparing professions, claiming that some skilled workers now earn and live better than civil servants.

“Barbers live a better life than civil servants. Civil servants, everybody is not your level. Give respect to whom it is due,” he added.

Mixed reactions online

His remarks have since sparked heated reactions across social media, with some Nigerians agreeing with his perspective while others criticised the comparison as dismissive.

The debate continues to highlight growing concerns around income inequality, cost of living, and shifting perceptions of financial success across different professions in Nigeria.

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