TikTok teen star Peller opens up about converting from Islam to Christianity, citing traumatic Quranic school experiences during childhood
Rising Nigerian TikTok star Peller has sparked online debate after revealing that he converted from Islam to Christianity due to traumatic experiences in Quranic school as a child.
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During a recent live session with fans, the teenage content creator candidly addressed a viewer who assumed he was Muslim.
“I’m not a Muslim. I go to church,” he clarified.
Peller went on to detail a painful memory from his youth, explaining that his time at a Quranic school was marred by severe physical punishment, which left an emotional scar and ultimately influenced his decision to leave Islam.
“I was beaten severely when I was young at the Quranic school. That’s why I stopped going,” he said.
The Peller conversion from Islam to Christianity has since gone viral, drawing mixed reactions from fans and the wider Nigerian social media community.
Many empathised with his experience, while others urged for better separation between religion and the abusive behaviour of some individuals.
I was beaten severely when I was young at the Quranic school. That’s why I stopped going.
His confession comes shortly after news of his engagement to his girlfriend surfaced online—marking a period of major personal change for the young influencer.
Fan Reactions:
@mariam\_soulful: “Omo, some Quranic schools really left scars on people. I felt this deeply.”
@abdultruth: “I’m Muslim but I understand him. Bad experience no mean the religion bad. Na people.”
@kaycee\_vibez: “His honesty is refreshing. At least he’s speaking his truth. Everyone has their journey.”
@dammywax44235: “It’s common in those days. Some of us went through it to become better versions of ourselves.”
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The conversation around **religious upbringing, trauma, and personal faith journeys** continues to gain traction online—especially among young Nigerians navigating identity and belief.
