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THE LEGAL BATTLE AGAINST CYBERCRIME IN NIGERIA: AN ASSESSMENT OF CURRENT LAWS

Aisha Oluwakemi Balogun
Published 19 February 2025
Vol. 12, No. 4 (2024)
pp. 1-29
CC BY 4.0
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    Aisha Oluwakemi Balogun
    Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Law (Oleh Campus), Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria.
    NG

Cybercrime, in the era of advanced technology, poses a significant threat to individuals and organizations, disrupting the fabric of global security and economic stability. The abstract examines the rise of cybercrime in the digital age, where criminals exploit the vulnerabilities of cyberspace to commit a wide range of offenses. The evolution of information technology has created a parallel world in cyberspace, offering opportunities and convenience to users, but it has also paved the way for malicious actors to exploit this interconnected network. With the proliferation of netizens, the misuse of technology has led to a surge in cybercrime, both at domestic and international levels. In contrast to traditional physical crimes, modern cybercriminals can cause extensive damage and financial losses with the click of a button. These abstract highlights the economic toll of cybercrime, emphasizing the impact on individuals and businesses as criminals exploit vulnerabilities to steal, defraud, and compromise sensitive data. Cybersecurity measures have become crucial in safeguarding against these digital threats, protecting the global economy from this evolving challenge.

JournalPublic Policy and Administration Studies Journal
ISSN3065-0631
Volume / IssueVol. 12, No. 4 (2024)
Pages1-29
Published19 February 2025
DOI10.5281/zenodo.14892555
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LicenseCC BY 4.0 — reuse with attribution
PublisherKeith Publications
Balogun, A. (2025). THE LEGAL BATTLE AGAINST CYBERCRIME IN NIGERIA: AN ASSESSMENT OF CURRENT LAWS. Public Policy and Administration Studies Journal, Vol. 12 No. 4, pp. 1-29. DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14892555

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