ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND CYBERCRIME IN NIGERIA: TOWARDS AN ETHICAL FRAMEWORK
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND CYBERCRIME IN NIGERIA: TOWARDS AN ETHICAL FRAMEWORK

Summary/Abstract: The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has brought about significant posi- tive changes across various sectors. However, it has also created new opportunities for cybercrime. Nigeria, in particular, has witnessed a surge in cybercriminal activities, which have had severe economic and social consequences. The paper explored the rela- tionship between AI, cybercrime, and the underground business economy in Nigeria, focusing on the rise of fraud, identity theft, and hacking. It discussed the ethical impli- cations of AI, cybercrime, and the underground business economy, highlighting poten- tial risks to privacy, security, and social trust, while emphasizing the ethical responsibil- ities of AI developers, policymakers, and stakeholders in mitigating these risks and promoting responsible AI use. The Igwebuike ethical theoretical framework was em- ployed for the evaluation of cybercrime, and the thematic and analytical methods of inquiry were used. The paper submits that there is need for an ethical response to the challenges posed by cybercrime in Nigeria.

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