A user commented on a post about the police apprehending internet fraudsters, saying, “Nigerian youths: Yahoo is not a crime. Police should stop bursting them.” This statement is not only irresponsible but dangerously misleading. Internet fraud—commonly referred to as “Yahoo”—is a crime under Nigerian and international law. It ruins lives, tarnishes the country’s image, and undermines the hard work of honest citizens.
Normalizing or defending fraud as a hustle encourages a culture of criminality and entitlement. Instead of demanding justice and reforms, such mindsets excuse wrongdoing and shame law enforcement for doing their job. Crime should never be celebrated—no matter how popular it becomes.
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