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ABSTRACT

Though the advent of modern technology has made human living quite appealing and literarily turned the world into a small village, it no doubt, comes with some negative effects especially in the area of Information Communication Technology (ICT). One of these adverse effects is the rising phenomenon of Cybercrime which has become a significant issue both in Nigeria and in other parts of the world. Cybercrime can take many forms, including online fraud, identity theft, cyber bullying, and the spread of malware. The lack of strong cyber security infrastructure in many African countries makes them more vulnerable to cyber-attacks, and the financial and social impacts of these crimes can be significant. The emergence of the modern technology, has raised dusts of controversies asking if we can cope without computer technology? How do we effectively control the misuse of computer technologies? Does cybercrime really exist? If it exists, in what forms can they be detected? Studies have proved that proliferation of cheap, powerful, user-friendly computers has enabled more and more people to use them and, more importantly, rely on them as part of their normal way of life. As businesses, government agencies, and individuals continue to rely on them more and more, so do the criminals restriction of cybercrimes is dependent on proper analysis of their behavior and understanding of their impacts over various levels of society. 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. In this regard, this paper employs the methods of analysis and hermeneutics. It focuses on the prominent cybercrimes carried out in contemporary Nigeria. Finally, it submits, among other things, that if we are to win this war against cybercrimes in Nigeria, it requires combined efforts of both the government and the individual members of the society as outlined in this study.