Nigerian streamers Habeeb Hamzat Okikiola known as Peller and Oderhowo Carter Efe known as Carter Efe have both been nominated for Best International Streamer at the upcoming 2026 International Streamer Awards.
The organisers announced the nominees on X on Friday, October 16, placing the two Nigerians on a five-person shortlist:
• Peller (Nigeria)
• Carter Efe (Nigeria)
• Ashswag (India)
• Young Multi (Poland)
• Staryuuki (Cuba)
How voting works: Voting is open now on the awards’ official website and closes October 31. Winners are decided by 70% public vote + 30% panellist scores
The ceremony has been scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, United States with Red carpet at 2:30 PM PT, and main show at 3:00 PM PT it will stream live globally on Twitch and YouTube.
Both creators has reacted confidently to their nominations with Carter Efe tweeting “Don’t stress it, Carter all the way! 100%.” and Peller saying “Bro my fans are crazy no way”
The nomination comes shortly after Peller revealed he had been invited to TikTok’s office in the UK, marking a milestone year for Nigerian livestreaming.
