Cybercrimes in Nigeria: Analysis, Detection and Prevention

Abstract

Over the years, the alarming growth of the internet and its wide acceptance has led to increase in security threats. In Nigeria today, several internet assisted crimes known as cybercrimes are committed daily in various forms such as fraudulent electronic mails, pornography, identity theft, hacking, cyber harassment, spamming, Automated Teller Machine spoofing, piracy and phishing. Cybercrime is a threat against various institutions and people who are connected to the internet either through their computers or mobile technologies. The exponential increase of this crime in the society has become a strong issue that should not be overlooked. The impact of this kind of crime can be felt on the lives, economy and international reputation of a nation. Therefore, this paper focuses on the prominent cybercrimes carried out in the various sectorsin Nigeria and presents a brief analysis of cybercrimes in tertiary institutions in Ekiti-State. In conclusion, detection and prevention techniques are highlighted in order to combat cybercrimes in Nigeria.