HE ROLE OF CYBER SECURITY POLICIES IN PROMOTING SAFE ONLINE BEHAVIOUR AMONG STUDENTS OF NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS: A NORTH-EASTERN STATES PERSPECTIVE.
Abubakar Salisu1; Anas Yunusa Adamu 2 and Bashir Tirmizi Yusuf 3
ABSTRACT
This study assessed the impact of cybersecurity policies on students’ online behavior in tertiary institutions in northeastern Nigeria. Descriptive and Inferential statistics approach was employed, utilizing both surveys and interviews with a sample of 400 students. The research aimed to investigate the relationship between policy implementation and safe online practices among these students. The results indicated a statistically significant positive influence of cybersecurity policies on students’ online activities, with key performance indicators showing improved online safety behavior. However, the study also identified several challenges that hinder full compliance with these policies. It is recommended that policies be enhanced, and targeted training programs introduced, to increase overall adherence and foster greater cybersecurity awareness and safety.
Keywords: Cybersecurity Policies, Online Behavior, Tertiary Institutions, Online Safety, Compliance.