Lanre Shittu Motors expands campaign against youth crime with book donations

Lanre Shittu Motors (LSM) has expanded its campaign against financial crime among youths by donating anti-financial crime books to public secondary schools across Lagos State.

According to LSM, the first phase of the book titled ‘Clean Hands, Bright Future: A Youth Guide to Avoiding Financial Crime in Africa’ covers 200 schools, with more than 150 schools already benefiting from the programme.

“The campaign, which commenced at Kuramo Senior College and Victoria Island Senior Secondary School, has moved to many other parts of the state and is designed to educate students on the dangers of fraud, cybercrime, identity theft, examination malpractice and other financial crimes, while promoting integrity, hard work, ethical leadership and responsible citizenship,” the company stated.

Adedayo Aluko, author of the book, said the project was inspired by the alarming rise in financial crime among young people and the need to intervene early through education.

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“The rate of financial crime among youths is becoming increasingly alarming. We believe education is one of the most effective tools to prevent crime. The message of the book is simple: crime does not pay, and with clean hands, every young person can build a brighter future,” Aluko said.

He explained that the initiative goes beyond book distribution, with plans to return to beneficiary schools for interactive enlightenment sessions and career talks to reinforce the message of integrity.

According to Aluko, the book simplifies over 100 forms of financial crimes, helping students understand offences that many young people unknowingly become involved in.

“Rich illustrations and practical examples were deliberately included to engage students and make the lessons memorable,” he said.

Aluko commended LSM for supporting the project, describing Taiwo Shittu, managing director of the company, as a long-standing advocate of youth empowerment and education.

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“Taiwo Shittu believes there is no shortcut to success. During the flag-off, he personally handed copies of the book to students and encouraged them to embrace hard work, education and skill acquisition as the true pathways to success,” he said.

Shittu said the company’s decision to sponsor the distribution reflects its belief that preventing crime begins with shaping values at an early age.

“Young people are the future of our nation. By investing in character development and educating students about the consequences of financial crime, we are helping to build responsible citizens who will contribute positively to society.

“At Lanre Shittu Motors, we believe integrity, education and hard work remain the surest foundations for lasting success,” he said.

Shittu noted that the company’s strong commitment to corporate social responsibility was built on the legacy of late Rasak Olanrewaju Shittu, its founder and his father.

He said the late automotive icon built the organisation on the principles of compassion, community service and giving back to society, values that continue to shape Lanre Shittu Motors’ investment in education, youth development and other impactful social initiatives.

Published in May 2026 and endorsed by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), Clean Hands, Bright Future, serves as a practical guide for young people navigating growing social and economic pressures.

For years, the company has sustained its investment in youth development through skills acquisition and capacity-building initiatives aimed at improving employability, reflecting its belief that equipping young people with practical skills is key to reducing unemployment, discouraging crime and fostering sustainable national development.