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It Was Tension – Egungun Reacts To Backlash Over Awkward Interview With IShowSpeed

Kuye Adegoke, the popular Nigrian content creator, who is popularly known as Egungun of Lagos, has finally spoken out after coming under criticism over his brief interview with US streamer IShowSpeed during the streamer’s visit to Lagos.

The interview surfaced online on January 22, 2026, showing Egungun briefly speaking with IShowSpeed, also known as Darren Watkins Jr, during a crowded public outing in the city.

In the video, Egungun asked the streamer about his age and reacted with surprise after hearing he was 21, commenting on his strong and healthy look.

The short exchange quickly spread across social media and drew different reactions from viewers.

After the backlash, Egungun took to his social media page to explain his conduct, saying the moment came with tension and pressure because of the crowd and security around the streamer.

He wrote, “No vex for me, it was tension.”

IShowSpeed’s visit to Lagos drew a large number of fans and strict security, making it difficult for many creators to get close or have enough time to interact with him.

Several Nigerian influencers were seen trying to catch his attention during the outing.

While some users faulted Egungun for not staying calm during the interview, others defended him, saying the situation was tense and the chance to speak with the streamer was very brief.

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Streaming Is A Game Of Shamelessness – Cubana Chief Priest Defends Peller’s Hustle Amid IShowSpeed Snub

Socialite Cubana Chief Priest has come to the defense of TikToker Peller after his failed attempt to meet international streamer iShowSpeed during the latter’s recent visit to Lagos.

IShowSpeed arrived in Lagos on Wednesday, coinciding with his 21st birthday celebration.

Although Peller did not secure a meeting with the streamer, his efforts have sparked widespread online attention.

Reacting via Instagram, Chief Priest praised Peller’s persistence and drive, while criticising the tendency of some people to belittle others’ ambitions. He commended the TikToker’s bold and unapologetic pursuit of success, attributing his rising popularity to that fearless approach.

Chief Priest also suggested that iShowSpeed’s decision not to meet Peller may have been a calculated move rather than a snub.

He wrote, “Why do we like to tear down our own brothers’ hustles or energy down? Small boy like Peller deh hustle him way to meet speed wey Dey at the top for the business wey him dey do una use am dey mock am.

“There is no shame in hustle. I celebrate Peller’s energy to achieve his dream. Now you guys see why he is bigger than most of you, because he is ready to push shamelessly. Speed Dey naija but na Peller dey trend.

“Una no really cherishes una own all you want is to bring your own down so you can mock & laugh at the person, but indirectly you are pushing the person up.

“Streaming is a game of shamelessness. At the end of the day, are you entertained? Peller will never stop being big because the hunger is there, so let him cook. If you follow Speed’s stream, he gets rejected, too, so what’s the big deal?

“The ignore from speed to Peller is deliberate; he knows the boy. It’s a management issue. The push from Peller is amazing, that’s how you go for what you want, and above all, never shy away from rejections, it must come. Keep pushing for the Top.”

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Nigerians Dig Up Old Video Of Peller Saying He Will Snub IShowSpeed If He Ever Comes To Nigeria

Nigerians have dug up an old video of streamer Peller in which he claimed he would ignore IShowSpeed if the American content creator ever visited Nigeria—a clip that has gained renewed attention following Peller’s recent encounter with security in Lagos.

The throwback video began circulating online shortly after Peller was blocked from getting close to IShowSpeed during his visit, with security personnel preventing him from meeting the streamer.

In the earlier clip, Peller complained that IShowSpeed had failed to respond to his messages and said he would tell him to “gerrout” if he ever came around.

The contrast between the old remarks and Peller’s recent attempts to meet and collaborate with IShowSpeed has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many users pointing out the irony.

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Nigerian TikToker, Peller Begs His Fans After Getting Bounced From Seeing American Streamer IShowSpeed (Video)

Nigerian streamer Peller has reached out to his fans after being stopped from meeting American content creator IShowSpeed during his visit to Lagos.

In videos shared online, Peller was seen reading out a comment allegedly directed at IShowSpeed’s team, urging them not to allow him close.

The commenter referenced a past incident involving Peller and made remarks about the Nigerian streamer’s “attempted su!cide”.

Peller also criticised the security personnel who pushed him away, describing their actions as unnecessary.

He told viewers he had genuinely believed he would meet IShowSpeed and asked his supporters for forgiveness if he had let them down.

“I thought I would meet him,” he said while addressing fans, adding that the experience left him hurt and embarrassed.

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How IShowSpeed Snubbed Peller, Visited Jarvis During Lagos Tour (Videos)

American streamer Darren Watkins Jr., popularly known as IShowSpeed, recently visited TikTok creator Jarvis, also known as Jadrolita, while reportedly ignoring her ex-boyfriend, Peller.

The streamer has been in Lagos, Nigeria, as part of his ongoing Africa tour. He arrived in the city on Wednesday, which was also his 21st birthday.

On the same day, he hit 50 million subscribers on YouTube while live‑streaming from the streets of Lagos.

Earlier, Peller, who is also a Tiktoker was seen trying to get IShowSpeed’s attention during the tour.

He approached IShowSpeed several times but was repeatedly blocked by the streamer’s security team and did not get a chance to collaborate or speak with him on camera.

At one point, Peller was filmed chasing IShowSpeed’s convoy while riding a horse and calling out to him, but IShowSpeed did not respond.

During his visit, IShowSpeed met with local content creators and fans. One of those he spent time with was Jarvis.

Jarvis shared a video from her Instagram showing her in a live session with IShowSpeed, where she was teaching him how to dance.

She added the caption: “I finally met @ishowspeed 😭🙏❤️ happy Birthday Speed 👑 congratulations on your 50M subs.”

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Tiwa Savage Reveals How She Helped Her Son, Jamil Meet Popular Streamer IShowSpeed In Nigeria (Photo)

Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has revealed how her son, Jamil Balogun, got the chance to meet popular American YouTuber and streamer IShowSpeed during his recent visit to Nigeria.

Tiwa was not in the country at the time, but her son contacted her and asked for help to make the meeting possible.

She later posted a photo of Jamil standing with the US streamer and shared part of their chat, where the young boy begged her to arrange the meeting while she was away in Davos.

She also joked about the stress involved and thanked some friends and event organisers who helped connect her son with the visiting celebrity.

Tiwa wrote: “Please, mommy, I know you can make me meet @IShowSpeed and I’m all the way in Darvos…”

She added with a laugh, “Omo see stress o. Thank you @shankcomics, @manlikescoop, @olakunbi.o, @bizzleosikoya, and @boldandbigevent.”

IShowSpeed, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., is currently touring several African countries under his Speed Does Africa tour, sharing his travels live on YouTube and Twitch.

His visit to Nigeria attracted large crowds as fans followed him to markets, tourist spots and food centres.

While in Lagos, the streamer marked his 21st birthday and celebrated reaching 50 million subscribers on YouTube, a major moment in his online career.

His stop in Nigeria has become one of the most talked-about parts of the tour, with many fans meeting him in person and following his journey online.

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Nigeria Has The Best Jollof Rice – World-Famous Streamer, Ishowspeed Declares After Storming Lagos (Video)

Popular American streamer Darren Jason Watkins Jr., popularly known as IShowSpeed, has applauded Nigerian cuisine, declaring Nigerian jollof rice the best in the world.

Speed joined the debate over which African country has the best jollof rice during his livestream in Lagos on Wednesday.

The American content creator, who flew in to Nigeria from Senegal where he streamed the country’s AFCON trophy parade, stated that Nigerian jollof taste better than Senegalese jollof.

“Nigerian jollof rice is good. It taste better than Senegal jollof rice.

“I think I would have to go with Nigeria in terms of which country has the best jollof rice,” he said.

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