The Impact of Mobile Information and Communication Technology on Cybercrime in Nigeria (original) (raw)

IJERT-The Impact of Mobile Information and Communication Technology on Cybercrime in Nigeria

International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology (IJERT), 2014

https://www.ijert.org/the-impact-of-mobile-information-and-communication-technology-on-cybercrime-in-nigeria https://www.ijert.org/research/the-impact-of-mobile-information-and-communication-technology-on-cybercrime-in-nigeria-IJERTV3IS080606.pdf The advent of mobile Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has recorded a steady growth rate over the past decade but has however given way to something greater and a more alarming increase in the rate of internet insecurity and cybercrime in Nigeria. It is therefore no wonder that crimes like mail scams, phishing, identity theft and privacy intrusion among others are on the increase in the country. Although some efforts have been made in the past to reduce the incidence of these cybercrimes, it is quite obvious that the high demand on mobile ICT and their numerous benefits are been played upon to the detriment of innocent people. This paper discusses the current internet security situation and the direct impact of mobile information and communication technologies on cybercrime in Nigeria and as well proffer solutions.

The Role of Information Technology in Curbing the Challenges of Internet and Cybercrime in Nigeria

International Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Review, 2020

Information Technology has become a dynamic and extremely powerful means of collecting, processing, storing, presenting and sharing information in the developing countries. The processed information is usually presented on digital devices, and also to a large extent presented on public infrastructures such as the internet and the World Wide Web. Information Technologies have become widespread and have penetrated deeply into societies in developing countries. The proliferation of Information Technology (IT) has resulted in the change of different aspects of human life, bringing convenience and simplicity to our lives. The contribution of the internet to the development of Nigeria has had a positive impact on various sectors of the country. However, it has come with its own share of problems, which have become one of the major challenges of insecurity in Nigeria. Though it makes life so speedy and fast, but hurled under the eclipse of threat from the deadliest type of criminality term...

TACKLING CYBERCRIME IN NIGERIA USING INFORMMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY AS A KEY

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Villanova Journal of Science, Technology and Management, 2020

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Cyber-crime in Nigeria: Sociotechnical Implications, Preventive and Counter Measures

NIPES Conference Proceedings, 2021

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The Challenges of Cybercrime in Nigeria: An Overview

AIPFU Journal of School of Sciences (AJSS), 2017

Cybercrime involves using computers and Internet by individuals to commit crime. Cyber terrorism, identity theft and spam are identified as types of cybercrimes. The study identified some of the causes of cybercrimes to include urbanization, unemployment and weak implementation of cybercrime laws. The effects of cybercrimes on organizations, the society and the country in general include reducing the competitive edge of organizations, waste of production time and damage to the image of the country. With Nigeria venturing into cashless society, there is a need for cybercrimes menace to be minimized if not completely eradicated. This paper x-rayed various types of cybercrimes and what motivate individuals into indulging in such crimes. Firms should ensure that their IT infrastructures like Networks and computer systems are properly secured. Government should ensure that cybercrime laws are formulated and strictly adhered to and individuals should observe simple rules by ensuring antivirus protection on their computer systems.

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The growing menace of cyber-related crimes in Nigeria is giving the government and other stakeholders in the information and communication technology sector a cause to worry. Apart from taking a toll on the nation's economic sphere, it has also affected the image of the country negatively especially when viewed against the backdrop of the recent ranking of Nigeria as third in global internet crimes behind United Kingdom and the United States. This scenario, no doubt, requires urgent attention. This chapter, therefore, proffer solutions and recommend ways to make the country's cyberspace free from incessant criminal attacks.