A new video featuring popular Nigerian streamer, Peller, and a soldier has stirred massive reactions online, after the entertainer was spotted wearing a camouflage jacket — a practice considered illegal in Nigeria.
The incident quickly gained traction across various social media platforms as fans debated the encounter and the seemingly lenient response from the soldier involved.
In Nigeria, wearing any form of military camouflage — whether trousers, shirts, or jackets — is strictly prohibited by law, except for authorized personnel. Many individuals have been publicly reprimanded or punished by soldiers for violating this rule in the past.
In the viral video, Peller, who recently returned from the United Kingdom, was seen having a casual conversation with a soldier while wearing the restricted outfit. The streamer calmly explained that in other countries, especially in Europe and America, wearing camouflage is quite normal and carries no legal consequences.
Surprisingly, the soldier did not react negatively or reprimand him. Instead, he appeared friendly, greeting Peller warmly and even exchanging a handshake, a gesture that further fueled discussions online about double standards and celebrity privilege.
Shortly after, Peller brought out his wallet filled with British pounds and began distributing money to the people around him, including the soldier. The atmosphere became lively as onlookers cheered, and many took out their phones to record the unusual scene.
The video has since gone viral, with thousands of views, shares, and comments from Nigerians who expressed mixed feelings about the situation.
Public Reactions
Many Nigerians on social media have expressed outrage, claiming that the treatment Peller received from the soldier was influenced by his fame and wealth. They pointed out that ordinary citizens caught in a similar situation would likely have been harassed or punished severely.
@it_hafizski wrote: “Celeb wear camo — photo session. Poor man wear camo — detention.”
@DonMike_X commented: “Soldiers flex on the weak but freeze in front of the rich… classic Nigerian problem.”
@tobathenurse added: “Camo wey people dey wear anyhow abroad. Na only for Nigeria things dey always different.”
@Chisam32423798 remarked: “Indeed, rules are only for the masses.”
The incident has reopened a long-standing conversation about inequality, privilege, and selective enforcement of laws in Nigeria. Many are calling for consistency and fairness, urging authorities to ensure that rules apply equally to all, regardless of social status.
Watch the video below…
This soldier saw Peller wearing camo and he couldn’t do anything. Nigerian soldiers only know how to hārāss p00r Nigerians. pic.twitter.com/oyPUphPssK
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) October 7, 2025