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.
The description is composed by our digital data assistant."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)