Popular content creator, Peller, has apologised following widespread criticism over his recent remarks about civil servants.
Backlash over viral comment
The controversy started after a video surfaced where he suggested that luxury destinations like the Maldives are not for civil servants, adding that he reportedly spent about ₦30 million on the trip.
The comment quickly sparked reactions online, with many Nigerians calling him out over the statement.
His explanation
Reacting to the backlash, Peller admitted he did not fully understand the term “civil servants” when he made the comment.
“I didn’t know the meaning of civil servants. It’s now they told me about civil servants. Please, you guys should forgive me,” he said.
He explained that he picked up the phrase from a car dealer in Abuja who often used it, which influenced his own usage.
Fear over NYSC plans
The influencer also expressed concern about how the controversy could affect his future, particularly his plans to participate in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
“I just realised civil servants are corpers, NYSC people, and I want to serve. Please, I’m sorry. It shouldn’t be that you people will reject me when I’m about to go for NYSC because of my comment,” he added.
Mixed reactions trail apology
His apology has continued to generate mixed reactions online, with some Nigerians expressing sympathy while others criticised his lack of understanding.
One user wrote, “He no even understand wetin him talk before,” while another added, “Civil servants no be only corpers.”
“I didn't know the meaning of civil servants, is now they told me about civil servant, please you guys should forgive me. I learn the word from one Alhaji guy that sells car in Abuja”
– Peller says
Is he referring to who I’m thinking ? 👀 😂 pic.twitter.com/mctBKQ4YVd
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) April 19, 2026