Phyna Accuses 2026 Streamer Awards of Exploiting Nigerians

Phyna, a former Big Brother Naija winner, publicly criticized the organizers of the 2026 Streamer Awards during a livestream on November 12, 2026. She accused them of exploiting Nigerian creators Carter Efe and Peller for promotional purposes without any intention of awarding a Nigerian winner.

This criticism followed the announcement that Ashswag, an Indian streamer, won the Best International Streamer award, despite both Nigerian nominees being in the running. Phyna expressed her frustration, arguing that the nominations of Carter Efe and Peller were merely a strategy to attract Nigerian viewership and engagement, thereby enhancing the awards' reach.

The excitement surrounding their nominations highlighted the growing influence of Nigerian content creators online, but the outcome left many fans feeling disappointed and used.