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Message: [QUOTE="Queen, post: 88596, member: 27"] A TikToker’s palace visit blew up into a full-blown cultural controversy after the Benin traditional council called him out for alleged disrespect. The Visit Explained [LIST] [*]Management for Peller said the trip was formally requested with a letter sent February 23. [*]The palace acknowledged the request but told them the Oba would be unavailable. [*]Uyiekpen Ogiefa and palace chiefs still received the team and gave them a tour. [*]Peller’s team claims any missteps came from excitement, not intentional disrespect. [/LIST] The Backlash [LIST] [*]The Benin traditional council had summoned Peller to appear before a committee of chiefs. [*]Management insists the visit aimed to promote Nigerian culture, not offend anyone. [*]They apologized for any misconceptions stemming from the March 6 visit. [*]The statement stressed Peller’s passion for showcasing heritage despite the drama. [/LIST] [/QUOTE]