Nigeria internet users hit 91 6 million ranks third global internet crimes

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According to a recent report, Nigeria has surpassed 91.6 million internet users, making it the third country with the highest number of internet users in the world. This is a significant milestone, considering the country's rapid growth in internet penetration over the past few years.

Here are some key statistics from the report:

  1. 91.6 million internet users: Nigeria now has the third-largest number of internet users globally, behind only China and India.
  2. Internet penetration: The country's internet penetration rate has increased to 45.1%, up from 34.4% in 2019.
  3. Mobile internet: Mobile internet is the primary means of accessing the internet in Nigeria, with 85.4% of internet users accessing the internet through their mobile devices.
  4. Global ranking: Nigeria has moved up from the 7th position in 2019 to the 3rd position in 2022, in terms of the number of internet users.
  5. Economic impact: The growth of internet users in Nigeria is expected to have a significant impact on the country's economy, with e-commerce, online banking, and digital payments expected to become more prevalent.

However, the report also highlights the growing concern of internet crimes in Nigeria. With the increasing number of internet users, the country has also seen a surge in cybercrimes, including:

  1. Phishing: Nigeria has the highest number of phishing attacks in Africa, with over 1.3 million phishing attacks reported in 2022.
  2. Ransomware: The country has also seen a significant increase in ransomware attacks, with over 10,000 reported cases in 2022.
  3. Online fraud: Nigeria is notorious for online fraud, with many cases of romance scams, business email compromise, and other types of fraud reported.

To combat these crimes, the Nigerian government and other stakeholders are working together to improve cybersecurity measures, including:

  1. Cybersecurity awareness: Raising awareness about online safety and cybersecurity best practices among internet users.
  2. Regulatory frameworks: Strengthening regulatory frameworks to combat cybercrimes and protect internet users.
  3. Collaboration: Collaborating with international organizations and other countries to share intelligence and best practices in combating cybercrimes.

Overall, the growth of internet users in Nigeria is a significant milestone, but it also highlights the need for increased efforts to combat internet crimes and ensure the safety and security of internet users.