Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised concerns over the use of his AI-generated images in online advertisements.
Speaking via a statement on Saturday, titled “Public Disclaimer on Misuse of My Images”, Obi disclosed that some individuals and organisations are using AI-generated photos of him to market products and business schemes without his consent.
He stated that he supports businesses owned by genuine Nigerians, but maintained that using his images must be done with authorisation.
The former Anambra governor lamented that some of the images were being used by Nigerians with ulterior motives, stressing that his team had issued several rebuttals in the past, but the practice persisted.
He said, “I am aware that many individuals and organisations use AI-generated images of me to advertise various products online. This unauthorised use of my image has gone on blatantly lately.
“Ordinarily, I would gladly support any genuine endeavour by Nigerians that contributes positively to our nation and to the people involved, but not without authorisation.
“For this reason, I wish to state categorically that I am not associated with any of these advertisements.
“Despite numerous rebuttals issued by my team, these practices have persisted. This has therefore compelled me to once again caution the public to exercise vigilance and to disregard any such adverts linking me to products, endorsements, or business schemes.
“I remain committed to promoting transparency, integrity, and ventures that genuinely advance the common good of our society.”
Obi, therefore, urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and ignore any products, endorsements or online schemes that falsely link him to their promotions.
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