Unmasking Cyber Crime Issues in the Nigerian Cyber Space for effective Preventive Measures

Abstract

The complex nature of the Nigerian cyberspace has made it more difficult for unsuspecting members of the public to avoid being victims. This is partly because majority of Nigerians are ignorant of the changing dynamics of cybercrime and security. This article was an attempt at unmasking the mask behind cybersecurity issues in Nigeria to help reduce the rate of victimisation. It looked at the challenges faced by the security agencies in their effort at policing the criminal cyberspace which include lack of security awareness, expertise of the policing agencies as well as lack of proper legal framework. The paper recommended that securing the Nigerian cyberspace requires a multidimensinoal approach that involves the collaboration of players across various disciplines. It also advocated for a security culture where every member of the society is aware and willing to share information that