Nigerian motivational speaker and entrepreneur Stephen Akintayo has become the subject of intense online debate after his $18,000 mentorship program fee drew unexpected scrutiny from Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
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The controversy erupted when the EFCC issued a public warning against paying for online mentorship programs without proper verification, though stopping short of naming Akintayo directly. This came after screenshots circulated showing registration details for Akintayo's "Global Mentorship Program" with the stated fee.
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Key aspects of the trending discussion include:
- Questions about the value proposition of paid mentorship programs
- Concerns about potential exploitation of vulnerable job seekers
- Debates around appropriate pricing for digital coaching services
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Akintayo's supporters defend his right to charge for expertise, while critics question the ethics of monetizing career guidance during Nigeria's tough economic climate. The EFCC's unusual intervention has amplified the conversation, putting all online coaches on notice about transparent business practices.
As digital entrepreneurship grows in Nigeria, this incident highlights the need for clearer regulations around paid mentorship programs and online coaching services.
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