Access Bank Launches Scam Awareness Campaign for Youth

Access Bank Plc has introduced a financial crime awareness initiative called the "Spot-The-Scam" campaign, aimed at educating young people about scams and fraudulent activities. Solomon Abiakalam, the Chief Conduct and Compliance Officer of Access Bank, announced this initiative during a news conference in Lagos.

The program specifically targets students aged 12 to 16, with a goal of reaching 30,000 young individuals in Lagos State. Abiakalam referenced a raid by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on December 10, 2024, which resulted in the arrest of 792 young people, underscoring the urgency of addressing financial crimes through early education.

He emphasized the importance of collaboration among banks, schools, parents, government agencies, and telecommunications companies to effectively combat financial crimes. Additionally, he mentioned that Access Bank regularly trains its staff on financial crime prevention and maintains an ongoing fraud awareness campaign, advising customers to verify suspicious messages or requests.