Nigerian President, Ahmed Tinubu has described as uncalled for, labeling of Nigeria as Cyber Fraudsters Without verifiable proof Tinubu revealed this onWednesday at a Public Engagement on Youth, Religion, and the Fight Against Corruption, organised by the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC).
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu through his Vice President Kashim Shettima has faulted the stereotyping of hard-working youths as fraudsters without genuine proof.
This is even as he said that the stereotyping of Nigerians undermines the majority of the citizens to maintain the principles of integrity and diligence.
Tinubu however regretted that over the years, the entire Nigerian populace had been linked with internet crimes without statistical proof.
According to him; “Nigerians are meticulous, authentic citizens who have been making significant contributions to innumerable fields of endeavors around the world.
“Over the decades, Nigerians have been victims of mislabelling. Such gross misrepresentation fails to reflect the true essence of our diverse and resilient nation.
The association of internet crimes with the entire Nigerian populace lacks statistical evidence and does not align with the sociology of everyday
The President went ahead to say that the country comprises of hard-working and honest citizens who contribute significantly to various fields globally, from Artificial Intelligence to medicine.
Also he added that Nigeria rejects the blanket stereotyping that undermines the majority who are upholding principles of integrity and diligence.
“We must face the fact that we function in an interconnected world where cybercrimes have evolved into a global phenomenon. This poses a threat not only to our nation but to the entire world,” he said.
The President commended the EFCC for remaining a moral compass, persistently rousing the nation’s conscience in his speech titled , “Youth, Religion, and Our Battle Against Corruption: A Call to Action,”
Also he aided, “The government is aware that our ambitious goal of eradicating internet offenses and corruption demands an atmosphere steeped in trust and integrity.
“We must foster open communication channels and ensure that law enforcement actions align with justice and accountability.”
“Seize these prospects, embark on lawful enterprises, and let your talents shine.
“The government encourages you to leverage these opportunities, exhibit your capabilities across all sectors, and contribute to the prosperity of our great nation,” he said.
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