NOA, EFCC Launch Campaign Against Cybercrime, Financial Fraud

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have unveiled plans for a nationwide sensitisation campaign aimed at curbing cybercrime and promoting financial responsibility among Nigerians.

The partnership was announced by the NOA director-general, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, during a public lecture hosted by the EFCC to commemorate African Union Anti-Corruption Day on Friday.

He explained that states would be selected based on key vulnerability indicators, such as the prevalence of investment fraud, youth population density, and digital risk exposure.

Mallam Issa-Onilu also revealed plans for a youth-focused initiative under the campaign. The programme is designed to instill ethical entrepreneurship, foster financial responsibility, and empower young Nigerians to make informed decisions—particularly those susceptible to online scams and get-rich-quick schemes.

Highlighting the agency’s broader commitment to combating societal crimes, the DG noted that the agency’s innovative AI-powered platform, CLHEEAN, has been instrumental in enabling citizens to report crime-related information anonymously. Reports submitted through the platform are directed to the appropriate security agencies for prompt action.

In his remarks, EFCC Chairman Mr. Ola Olukoyede reaffirmed the Commission’s long-standing collaboration with the NOA, particularly in public enlightenment on government initiatives and anti-corruption efforts.

He also urged Nigerians to support and cooperate with law enforcement agencies in the ongoing fight against financial crimes.

The event drew participation from top officials, including the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Dr. Emomotimi Agama; the Registrar-General of the Corporate Affairs Commission, Hussaini Ishaq Magaji; representatives of the Women Society of Nigeria; and various civil society organisations.