Every year on January 28, the global community marks World Data Privacy Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of privacy, data protection, and responsible data handling in an increasingly digital world. As personal data becomes one of the most valuable assets in the modern economy, the need for strong privacy frameworks, […]
As data continues to drive business decisions across Nigeria, the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 has become one of the most important laws for companies handling personal information. Whether you run a small online store or a multinational corporation, the NDPA directly affects how you collect, process, and protect customer data. In this article, […]
In a move that underscores Nigeria’s growing commitment to data protection and digital rights, the National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji, recently received representatives of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) led by Esosa Oviawe, Programme Manager at Global Rights, on a courtesy visit to the Commission. The visit focused on […]
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) continues to reinforce its global partnerships in advancing digital trust, cybersecurity, and data governance. In a recent development, the Commission—through its Head of Research and Development Department, Dr. Tolulope Pius-Fadipe—received a delegation of Finnish cybersecurity experts led by Ms. Maria Ruuskanen, Trade Officer at the Embassy of Finland. This […]
In a groundbreaking effort to make data privacy accessible to all Nigerians, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) officially launched the Yoruba Version of the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 on October 15, 2025, in Ikeja, Lagos State. The event, hosted by the Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), […]