Robbery rate

1.1 (cases per 100,000 population) in 2013

Robbery rate of Nigeria sank by 37.64% from 1.8 cases per 100,000 population in 2012 to 1.1 cases per 100,000 population in 2013. Since the 145.81% jump in 2009, robbery rate plummeted by 70.87% in 2013.

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"Robbery” means the theft of property from a person; overcoming resistance by force or threat of force. Where possible; the category “Robbery” should include muggings (bag-snatching) and theft with violence; but should exclude pick pocketing and extortion. (UN-CTS M3.5)

Date Value Change, %
2013 1.1 -37.64%
2012 1.8 26.24%
2010 1.4 -62.99%
2009 3.8 145.81%
2008 1.6 -1.90%
2007 1.6