Keyword : Communication .Social media .Cyber Crime .Cyber Policing and Society.
Author(s) : Ben U. Nwanne
Abstract :
This paper addresses the pervasive influence of the social media. While admitting the numerous advantages of social media platforms, the paper points out the many abuses to which the social media have been subjected. Indeed, under the “cover” of various social media networks, some persons many have deceived many by presenting themselves for what they are not. Many have fallen victims to the evil schemes of criminally-minded ‘Facebookers’, ‘Twitterians’ and users of other networks. Many of the criminals have gone away without apprehension due to the non-existence or ineffectiveness of cyber policing. Published materials provided data for this study. Findings from the study suggest a weak mechanism of cyber policing with a high degree of inadequate and/or fraudulent messages which have the tendency to deceive or hoodwink unsuspecting users of the social networks. Findings also indicate a preponderance of users of social media in Nigeria and across the world who depend on the networks for authentic information and social stability as many feel they would be ‘cut off’ if they were not hooked to any of the social networks. Indeed, it is a sign of upward social mobility to be connected to any of the networks. In order to fully access the benefits of the social media network, it is recommended that the service providers should device appropriate mechanisms of preventing and managing cyber crimes.
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