The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating cybercrime in Nigeria, declaring that online criminal activities will no longer be tolerated under any guise.
This declaration came on Monday during the Cybercrime Awareness Walk held in Abuja as part of the 2025 Cybercrime Awareness Campaign, organised by the Federal Ministry of Justice in collaboration with law enforcement agencies, civil society groups, and youth organisations.
Representing the Attorney-General of the Federation, the Director of Public Prosecutions of the Federation (DPPF) described the event as “more than a symbolic gesture,” but a movement of conscience and collective responsibility.
“We walk today to raise awareness, to educate our communities, and to remind every Nigerian that cybercrime affects us all — our economy, our national security, and our daily lives,” she said.
Themed “Towards a Coordinated and Informed National Response to Cybercrime,” the walk attracted enthusiastic participation from security personnel, youth volunteers, legal practitioners, and members of the public.
The DPPF warned that offences such as online scams, identity theft, extortion, cyberbullying, and hacking are serious crimes punishable under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act.
“Cybercrime is not a hustle; it is a crime. The digital space is not lawless — it is governed by justice,” she declared.
She urged young Nigerians to channel their digital creativity toward innovation and nation-building rather than fraudulent ventures, stressing that the country’s youth remain among “the brightest and most innovative in the world.”
Participants at the walk carried banners with messages such as “Think Before You Click,” “Secure Your World — Stop Cybercrime,” and “Don’t Fall Victim — Don’t Perpetrate.”
The DPPF further emphasized the need for a multi-stakeholder approach to tackle cybercrime, calling for stronger collaboration between government agencies, the private sector, academia, and the general public.
“Together, we can secure Nigeria’s cyberspace. Today’s walk is only the beginning. When we return to our offices, schools, and homes, we must keep spreading this message,” she charged.
The awareness walk was followed by the 2nd National Consultations on the Cybercrimes Legal Framework, aimed at reviewing existing laws, enhancing prosecutorial capacity, and strengthening enforcement mechanisms.
