I was discussing internet fraud with a friend a couple of months ago.
He revealed the craze’s advantages to me. First, he says it has reduced the crime rate as if it were not a crime.
Second, the boys who indulge in it use the financial proceeds to boost the economy. They buy cars, land, etc. When they go to bars and restaurants, they close down the place.
They also participate in community development. For example, the friend I was discussing with said those in his area were the major contributors to the tarring of their street. They did it because they did not want a bad road to damage their luxurious vehicles every time.
They are always at home, too. They thus, unknowingly, provide security for the area.
Oh yes!
In the first instance, internet fraud is a breach of trust. Because of this, Nigeria has not been in the good books of many Western countries. It has even reached the stage where Nigerians are not able to fill out some forms online, especially those concerning financial trust.
All the so-called advantages could be derived if those who engage in internet fraud think of using the internet positively.
For instance, there is internet marketing—those in the trade smile to their banks with cool cash.
We also offer freelance writing. People can find contacts for this on the net, and if they are good, they will never regret it.
There are several other ways of using the internet positively. The only thing is that it requires patience. And someone must be good at what they are doing.
When one makes their money this way, they are unlikely to dress suspiciously. They radiate respect.
Our country, Nigeria, will be better respected in the community of nations. Foreigners will not turn their heads whenever and wherever Nigeria is mentioned.
We will be better trusted.
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