After Peter Obi stated that Yahoo Boys are geniuses who need rehabilitation, not condemnation, the comment sparked intense reactions online. While his message seemed to promote reform over punishment, one controversial user replied, “Even kidnappers need redirection not condemnation too.” This sarcastic comment twists Obi’s intent, equating cybercrime with violent crimes like kidnapping. The goal of rehabilitation is not to excuse wrongdoing but to redirect potential toward productivity. Comparing it to kidnapping trivializes serious criminal acts and misrepresents the idea of reform. Constructive dialogue about addressing crime should focus on prevention and education—not mockery or misplaced equivalence.