Nigeria is among the nations with the greatest perceived levels of crime, ranking third in Africa and thirteenth overall on Numbeo’s 2026 Crime Index. Nigeria is one of the most crime-affected countries in Africa and the world, with a crime index score of 66.2.
Rising abduction and armed robbery incidents, persistent banditry and insurgency, urban crime in major cities, and an increase in cybercrime are the main causes of Nigeria’s high perception. Concerns about safety, especially at night, were also voiced by many Nigerians.
There are many different types of crime, including terrorism, human trafficking, gender-based violence, and violent and organized crime. Perceived crime levels are used to rank nations, with higher ratings denoting more safety worries.
The country with the highest crime rate in Africa is South Africa. South Africa, which has the highest crime index in Africa (74.5), has serious problems, such as violent crime and property crimes. Safety is still an issue, especially in cities like Pietermaritzburg and Pretoria.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has a low safety value of 33.3 and a crime index of 66.7. The nation’s security issues are exacerbated by political instability, petty crime, and armed conflicts in the eastern areas.
Nigeria has a safety value of 33.8 and a crime index of 66.2. Cybercrime, kidnappings, and armed robberies are common problems. There can be significant regional differences in safety, with northern regions frequently experiencing increased threats because of bandit and insurgent activities.
The following are the top 13 most dangerous countries in the world in 2026:
- Papua New Guinea
- Venezuela
- Haiti
- Afghanistan
- South Africa
- Honduras
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Syria
- Jamaica
- Guyana
- Peru
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Nigeria
According to the list, Nigeria is among the world’s most dangerous nations. The nation faces severe safety issues despite large budgetary allotments to security.
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