The suspension follows a record-breaking broadcast held on December 17, 2025, which propelled Carter Efe to the top of the African Twitch streaming scene. The livestream not only attracted huge viewership but also helped him surpass 405,000 followers, making him Africa’s most-followed Twitch streamer at the time.
Announcing the development on Monday, the comedian revealed that Twitch had issued a four-month suspension on his account. According to him, the platform cited violations of its Terms of Service and Community Guidelines, although no specific details were provided regarding the nature of the alleged breaches.
The action comes shortly after Carter Efe overtook other prominent Nigerian streamers, including Shank Comics, and hosted what is believed to be one of the most-watched livestreams on Twitch featuring Davido. The collaboration was widely celebrated online as a milestone for African content creators on global streaming platforms.
In the wake of the suspension, fans and supporters took to social media to express disappointment and solidarity, describing the comedian as a source of joy and entertainment. Many called on Twitch to reconsider or review the decision, especially given the timing during the festive season.
Online speculation has suggested that the suspension may have been triggered by mass reporting related to comments or conduct during the livestream. However, claims that Carter Efe faced additional bans on other digital platforms have been described as unfounded.
The development has sparked renewed conversations about content moderation, transparency, and the challenges faced by fast-rising creators on global platforms, as fans await further clarification or a possible resolution from Twitch.