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August 15, 2025International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science

Assessing the Impact of Media Exposure and Subjective Norms on Cybercrime-Related Internet Behaviour among Nigerian Undergraduates

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AAAbdulazeez Oluwashogo AkinroyeALAbdulmalik Adetola Lawal

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Overview

Quantitative survey reveals media and peer influences increase internet fraud engagement among Nigerian undergraduates, suggesting a need for media literacy.

Key Points

  • Media portrayals of cybercrime significantly correlate with students' engagement in internet fraud, emphasizing the power of media influence.
  • Analysis of survey data from 410 students indicates that sensational media content strongly predicts favorable attitudes toward cybercrime.
  • Stratified sampling was used to ensure representation across academic levels, enhancing the validity of the findings on peer influence.
  • Targeted media literacy interventions are recommended to help students critically evaluate media narratives and peer pressure related to online fraud.

Cite This Study

Akinroye et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c235ccb210217d64772223https://doi.org/10.47772/ijriss.2025.907000203
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