NDPC Signs Memorandum of Understanding with the NBC

To formalise the partnership between the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), both organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, marking another major milestone for the NDPC in its mandate to deepen data protection and privacy in Nigeria.

The National Commissioner/CEO of the NDPC, Dr Olatunji, commended the Director-General/CEO of the NBC, Mr Ebuebu, for his willingness to engage with relevant government agencies. He noted that the mandates of both organisations cut across all sectors, and that this partnership will further deepen privacy in Nigeria. He added that it will also build trust in our digital economy in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

In his remarks, Mr Ebuebu commended the NDPC, under the leadership of Dr Olatunji, for its proactive approach to data governance in Nigeria. He stated that the signing was significant to him and the NBC as data influences the algorithm that streaming platforms use. He further noted that the partnership would strengthen their capacity to regulate the broadcasting ecosystem in line with global best practices.

A working group was formed to drive the implementation of the MoU between the NDPC and the NBC.