‘Dumb Skulls’: Nigerian teacher blasts crypto gamers falling for Hamster Kombat

A viral Facebook post from Nigerian educator Emeka Nobis has sparked heated debate after he slammed the growing trend of online crypto mining platforms like Hamster Kombat, calling users “unwise” for buying into what he described as “low-effort scams.”

Nobis criticized those engaging in these platforms, where players perform basic tasks like tapping buttons in exchange for small cryptocurrency rewards.

In a fiery statement, he ridiculed the belief that Hamster Kombat users could earn fortunes through these games, saying, “People never learn… By tapping your phone, you want to become CEO and earn millions.”

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His criticism comes in the wake of Hamster Kombat’s recent listing, which rewarded users with a meager N1 payout after months of commitment, igniting a debate over the legitimacy and sustainability of these platforms. Nobis urged people to invest their time in acquiring useful skills rather than wasting energy on what he sees as deceptive money-making schemes.

With many defending the platforms as harmless side hustles and others backing Nobis’ call for a more grounded approach, this clash highlights the growing tension between traditional work ethics and the allure of quick digital rewards.

Is Nobis right, or is this just the new way of earning in a tech-driven world?