Study on Cybercrime Awareness Among Youths in Kaduna South Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Abstract

Cybercrime, also known by the name computer crime, occurs daily in different forms, such as cyberbullying, cyberpornography, cyberstalking, hacking, and phishing, among others. Research has shown that youths are the most susceptible group of internet users who spend much of their time online. The purpose of this study was to examine cybercrime awareness among youth in Kaduna South Local Government Area (KSLGA) in Kaduna State, Nigeria. The study adopted mixed-methods of data collection to gather both quantitative and qualitative data from 130 selected sampled respondents, including 65 males and 65 females to be representative of the local government area. A semi-structured questionnaire and in-depth interview were the instruments used to obtain primary data. The collected data were analyzed and presented using descriptive statistical methods. The results indicated that the majority of the surveyed youths (83%) were aware of various kinds of cyber threats. The survey further found that male youths demonstrate a higher awareness compared to their female counterparts. In conclusion, the study provides recommendations to increase cybercrime awareness among young individuals in KSLGA and elsewhere.