The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, has raised alarm that about six out of every 10 students in Nigerian universities are involved in cybercrime. Speaking at a conference of state-owned universities' pro-chancellors in Kano, he described the trend as "a sad development," citing findings from investigations and field operations. He disclosed that many arrested in recent cybercrime operations were students, with some allegedly placing lecturers on their payroll. He also expressed concern over the growing trend of "Yahoo Plus," which combines internet fraud with fetish practices.
Key Points
- A majority of university students engaged in cybercrime threatens Nigeria's future workforce.
- Lecturers on student payrolls compromise academic integrity and grading systems.
- Transnational cybercrime networks operate sophisticatedly within and beyond Nigeria.
- "Yahoo Plus" introduces ritual practices, escalating the danger of internet fraud.
- University governance failures enable the spread of cybercrime across campuses.
Watch whether university governing councils implement EFCC's recommended AI-driven governance systems and if collaborations with law enforcement intensify.
SOURCES
Daily Trust (Sani Ibrahim Paki)
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