Youth and Cybercrime in Delta State II explores the impact of cybercrime on governance and security in Delta State, Nigeria. This course examines the evolution of cybercrime, focusing on youth participation and the implications of the Cybercrime Amendment Act 2024. Key topics include advanced cyber threats, digital manipulation, and the relationship between online behavior and conflict. Designed for students in International Relations and Peace and Conflict Resolution, this course provides critical insights into policy analysis and digital citizenship. Students will engage in tasks that analyze contemporary cybercrime trends and propose governance strategies.

Key Points

  • Examines the evolution of cybercrime and its impact on governance in Delta State.
  • Focuses on the implications of the Cybercrime Amendment Act 2024 for digital rights.
  • Analyzes the relationship between youth behavior and online criminal activities.
  • Explores advanced cyber threats and digital manipulation techniques.
Anthony Lilian
5 pages
Language:English
Type:Syllabus
Arts and Humanities
Anthony Lilian
5 pages
Language:English
Type:Syllabus
Arts and Humanities
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DENNIS OSADEBAY UNIVERSITY, ASABA, DELTA STATE
FACULTY OF BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
&
DEPT. OF PEACE AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION
COURSE CODES/ TITLE: DOU-IRS 223/DOU-PCR 222; YOUTH AND CYBERCRIME IN
DELTA STATE II
COURSE LECTURERS: PROF. R.O. DODE, DR C. A. NWANKWO, DR T. A. IJEOMAH &
MRS ETOR
LEVEL: 200 DAYS: TIME: VENUE:
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Cybercrime II examined cybercrime as a contemporary global security concern, focusing on
governance and conflict-related challenges in Delta state, Nigeria. The course explores the
implications of the Cybercrime Amendment Act 2024, as well as advanced cyber threats, digital
manipulation, cyber governance, online rights, misinformation, and surveillance, and builds on
Cybercrime I. The focus is on the relationships among cybercrime, youth, conflict, and governance in
contemporary society, as well as on policy analysis, digital conduct, and cybersecurity challenges.
LEARNING OUTCOME
Upon the completion of the course, students will be able to:
1. analyse contemporary cybercrime trends, emerging digital threats, and online behavioural
patterns;
2. explain theoretical perspectives relevant to cybercrime, digital deviance, and online conduct;
3. assess the implications of cybercrime for governance, national security, conflict, and digital
rights;
4. evaluate the Cybercrime Act 2015 and Amendment Act 2024 within the context of freedom of
expression, surveillance, and regulation; and,
5. propose policy and governance strategies to address cybercrime and promote responsible
digital citizenship.
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COURSE SCHEDULE
WEEK
DATE
TOPICS TO COVER
1
Mon.4–Fri.8 May,2026
Evolution and Transformation of Cybercrime
Networks
- Transition from isolated internet fraud to organised
cyber networks
- Transnational cybercrime operations and cross-border
activities
- Digital platforms and evolving cybercrime systems
- Cybercrime trends in Delta state; Nigeria and the
global environment
- International cooperation and emerging cyber
governance concerns
Task: Analyse how cybercrime has evolved from
localised internet fraud into organised transnational
digital networks with security implications for Nigeria
and the international community.
2
Mon.11–Fri.15 May,2026
Theoretical Perspectives on Cybercrime, Digital
Deviance, and Online Behaviour
- Routine Activity Theory
- Space Transition Theory
- Rational Choice Theory
- Neutralisation and Moral Disengagement
Task: Apply two cybercrime theories to explain how
anonymity, opportunity structures, and moral
justification shape online criminal behaviour among
youths.
3
Mon.18–Fri.22 May, 2026
AI, Deepfakes, and Advanced Cyber Threat
Ecosystems
- Artificial intelligence-enabled cybercrime
- Deepfakes and synthetic media manipulation
- Automated phishing systems and bot-driven fraud
- AI-assisted identity theft and impersonation
- Cybersecurity implications of emerging technologies
Task: Examine how artificial intelligence is
transforming global cybercrime operations, digital
deception, and security vulnerabilities, including in
Nigeria.
4
Mon.25–Fri.29 May, 2026
Social Engineering, Behavioural Manipulation, and
Fraud Systems
- Behavioural engineering and psychological
manipulation
- Romance scams and emotional exploitation
- Business Email Compromise (BEC) systems
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- Algorithmic manipulation and platform exploitation
- Online trust exploitation and digital deception
Task: Distinguish between technically driven cyber
attacks and psychologically engineered fraud systems
using contemporary examples.
5
Mon. 1 – Fri. 5 Jun., 2026
Social Media Culture, Digital Identity, and Online
Influence
- Influencer culture and performative wealth
- Online identity construction and validation culture
- Music, celebrity culture, and fraud normalisation
- Clout economy, digital pressure, and online behaviour
- Social media and youth perception of success
Task: Critically evaluate how social media culture
contributes to changing youth perceptions of success,
morality, and cyber-enabled wealth acquisition.
6
Mon. 8–Fri. 12 Jun., 2026
Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act 2015
and Amendment Act 2024
- Evolution of cybercrime regulation in Nigeria
- Key provisions of the 2015 Act and 2024 Amendment
- Cyberstalking, online harassment, and digital
communication offences
- Online speech regulation and misuse concerns
- Rights, accountability, and legal controversies in
Nigeria's digital space
Task: Analyse the major changes introduced by the
Cybercrime Amendment Act 2024 and assess their
implications for digital rights, online communication,
and civil liberties in Nigeria.
7
Mon. 15–Fri.19 Jun., 2026
Digital Rights, Surveillance, and Cyber Governance
- Freedom of expression in digital spaces
- Surveillance, privacy, and state monitoring
- Sedition-related debates and online political criticism
- Cyber sovereignty and digital governance debates
- Balancing cybersecurity, national security, and
democratic freedoms
Task: Evaluate whether expanding digital regulation in
Nigeria strengthens national security or threatens
democratic participation and online freedoms.
8
Mon. 22–Fri.26 Jun., 2026
Cyber Policing, Digital Evidence, and Enforcement
Challenges
- EFCC, Police cyber units, DSS, INTERPOL, and
international cooperation
- Digital forensics and electronic evidence systems
- Jurisdictional limitations and anonymity challenges
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FAQs

What are the main topics covered in Youth and Cybercrime in Delta State II?
The syllabus for Youth and Cybercrime in Delta State II covers various contemporary issues related to cybercrime, including the evolution of cybercrime networks, theoretical perspectives on cybercrime, and advanced cyber threats such as AI and deepfakes. It also explores the implications of the Cybercrime Amendment Act 2024, the relationship between social media culture and youth perceptions, and the challenges of digital rights and governance in Nigeria. Additionally, the course addresses cyber violence, misinformation, and the socio-economic factors contributing to youth participation in cybercrime.
What are the learning outcomes for the course on Youth and Cybercrime?
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to analyze contemporary cybercrime trends and emerging digital threats, explain theoretical perspectives relevant to cybercrime and online conduct, and assess the implications of cybercrime for governance and national security. They will also evaluate the Cybercrime Act 2015 and its 2024 Amendment regarding freedom of expression and surveillance, and propose strategies to address cybercrime and promote responsible digital citizenship.
How does the syllabus approach the topic of AI and cybercrime?
The syllabus addresses AI and cybercrime in Week 3, focusing on how artificial intelligence enables new forms of cybercrime, including deepfakes, automated phishing systems, and AI-assisted identity theft. It discusses the cybersecurity implications of these emerging technologies and examines the transformation of global cybercrime operations due to AI advancements. Students are tasked with examining these changes and their impact on security vulnerabilities, particularly in the context of Nigeria.
What theories are explored in the course regarding cybercrime behavior?
The course explores several theoretical perspectives on cybercrime, including Routine Activity Theory, Space Transition Theory, Rational Choice Theory, and concepts of Neutralization and Moral Disengagement. These theories help explain how factors such as anonymity, opportunity structures, and moral justifications influence online criminal behavior, particularly among youth. Students are required to apply two of these theories to analyze online conduct.
What is the focus of the course regarding social media culture?
In Week 5, the course focuses on social media culture and its impact on youth identity and perceptions of success. Topics include influencer culture, online identity construction, and the normalization of fraud within celebrity culture. Students are tasked with evaluating how social media contributes to changing perceptions of morality and wealth acquisition among youth, highlighting the pressures of the clout economy and digital validation.
What are the implications of the Cybercrime Amendment Act 2024 discussed in the syllabus?
The syllabus discusses the implications of the Cybercrime Amendment Act 2024 in Week 6, focusing on significant changes in cybercrime regulation in Nigeria. Key provisions include addressing cyberstalking, online harassment, and the regulation of online speech. The course encourages students to analyze how these changes affect digital rights, online communication, and civil liberties, fostering a critical understanding of the balance between security and freedom in the digital space.
What challenges are highlighted regarding cybercrime investigation in Nigeria?
In Week 8, the syllabus examines the challenges faced in cybercrime investigation and enforcement in Nigeria. It discusses the roles of various agencies like the EFCC and INTERPOL, as well as the difficulties posed by jurisdictional limitations and anonymity in digital spaces. Institutional weaknesses and corruption are also highlighted as significant barriers to effective enforcement and cross-border regulation.

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