The Nigerian online community has experienced a surge of internet users in recent months; the good, the bad and the ugly. Though the antiquity of Nigerians as it relates to the unique diversity of cultures cannot be questioned. However, the existence of its amalgamation has been called into question via various social media platforms and forums.

In the light of recent reports of a proposed Hate-Speech bill being signed into the Nigerian law - it is necessary to understand the extent of Hate-Speeches in our society at large. This brings us to our interest area for this post, cyber bullying. 

Cyber bullying can be intuitively broken down into two words for better understanding:

Cyber - relates to or involves computers, computer networks (the internet), information technology and virtual reality.

Bullying - using superior strength or influence to intimidate someone.

Putting this two together, we can peg cyber bullying to a simple definition: Cyber bullying is the act of using the internet, electronic and social media platforms to intimidate other persons that do not share alike views (Hate speeches). Cyber bullying may also involve extortion and black mail.

[size=16pt]Five Forms of Cyber Bullying[/size]

There are different forms of cyber bullying and it's important to know them; the use of a generic term while describing a subject matter usually doesn't give sufficient expression.

The following are types of cyber bullying:

1. Cyber-Stalking: This is the continuous harassment, denigration and belittling of a person which may include threats of physical harm.

2. Harassment: This involves repeatedly sending messages to intentionally annoy or bother an online user.

3. Impersonation: This involves stealing someone's identity and pretending to be that person while posting derogatory or false messages online.

4. Trickery: This is the using false means or reverse psychology to collect private information such as credit card information, bank and login details.

5. Flaming: This involves online fights which may occur through emails, forums and chat rooms where there are persons with different beliefs seeking to impose their opinions on others.

The fifth form of cyber bullying, flaming, now a common scenario in the Nigerian online communities birthing several derogatory comments and generalism; a product of sentiments and biased views of the unique tribes that make up the country. We were able to collect ten screen shots that show the extent of flaming in the Nigerian online community.

Top 10 Flaming Comments In Pictures From Nigerian Online Users...

Follow this link to see the screenshots..http://techalver.com/cyber-bullying-nigerian-case-study/



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