Media personality Daddy Freeze has reacted strongly to people advising popular streamer Peller to abandon content creation and return to school.
Speaking on the issue, Freeze referenced American YouTuber IShowSpeed as an example of how lucrative digital content creation can be.
According to him, the streamer allegedly earns $800,000 monthly yet reportedly considers the amount small compared to the effort he puts into his work.
“IShowSpeed just complained that YouTube only pays him $800,000 a month. That’s 1.2 billion naira a month and the money is too small for the amount of work he’s putting in. And you say make Peller leave wetin he dey do, make he come join you for school?
According to Freeze, secondary school education remains the only compulsory academic level.
He explained that professions such as medicine, law, engineering, and pharmacy require formal university training.
However, for creatives who are already thriving in the digital space, he questioned the relevance.
He further mentioned Egungun, another Nigerian entertainer who dropped out of school but found success by focusing on content that resonated with audiences, even after several failed attempts with other formats.
Freeze clarified that he does not dismiss education entirely, noting that professions such as medicine, law, and engineering require university training.
However, he stated that children with unique creative abilities should be encouraged to pursue their talents outside the traditional academic system, as this could be the best way to secure their future.
While some Nigerians agreed with Freeze, others maintained that formal education still provides structure and long-term security beyond internet fame.
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