“A Disgrace To Education” Nigerians React As WASC Holder & TikTok Influencer, Peller Seeks Master’s Degree Holder As Photographer pic & (video)

Popular TikTok personality Peller has once again stirred public debate—this time not over a viral video, but a job offer that has raised eyebrows and sparked strong reactions online.

In a video shared on X, Peller announced that he is looking to hire two photographers from a pool of twenty applicants. The surprising part, however, was his stated requirement: candidates must have a Master’s degree to qualify for the position, which pays ₦500,000 monthly.

According to Peller, the requirement is justified, as banks also demand advanced degrees while offering even lower salaries. He said if graduates are willing to pursue such roles, then they should also be willing to meet similar demands for better pay. The comment, intended to defend his position, only fueled more controversy.

Many Nigerians took to social media to criticize the requirement as unnecessary and even insulting, arguing that skill and portfolio should matter more than academic credentials in creative fields like photography.

“How does having a Master’s degree improve the quality of your work?” asked @THE_CRAFT3R. “He should be asking about their past projects instead of a degree.”

Another user, @MascotOgbe, wrote, “If you want to be cheaply popular in Nigeria, just be stupid. Peller is a perfect example.”

Some accused him of mocking the education system. @PatrikoBayern said, “He doesn’t have to disrespect Master’s certificates. That’s an absurdity. Don’t mock the certification. It cost money and intellect.”

Several others pointed out the irony in requiring an advanced degree for a hands-on job like photography. “In which countries do video editors or cinematographers require a Master’s degree to work?” asked @digitalaom. “It’s laughable.”

Others, while not necessarily supporting the requirement, defended Peller’s right to set the terms for his own job offer.

“Well, it’s his job and his money,” wrote @VictorNUde. “Man has the right to state his terms. Really.”

User @itsnrman joked about the situation, saying, “I honestly thought he would ask about their past works and all that, not MasterCard or Master’s degree.”

Some took a more practical view, noting that Peller’s offer includes significant pay and other opportunities. “You guys are missing the bigger picture,” said @anthonygeraldoo. “He’s offering ₦500,000 and chances to travel. That’s more than most civil servants make monthly.”

Others emphasized that the outrage says more about the state of education and employment in Nigeria than about Peller himself. “Our system has ridiculed the educated because education has lost value,” said @princedegoke. “Our government failed us, not Peller.”