Data Protection Reaches South-East: NDPC Unveils Igbo Version of Data Act in Enugu
Building on its commitment to promote inclusivity through language accessibility, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has unveiled the Igbo version of the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 (NDP Act), in Enugu State. The National Commissioner/CEO of the NDPC, Dr Vincent Olatunji, was represented at the event by Ms Fatima Sanni of the Research and […]
NDPC, EMTS (9Mobile) to Collaborate on Data Protection and Compliance with NDP Act
The National Commissioner and CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, received in audience the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Emerging Markets Telecommunications Services (EMTS), Mr Obafemi Banigbe, and his team. EMTS, the current management of T2Mobile (formerly 9Mobile), paid the visit to discuss compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act, […]
NDPC Addresses Kano Social Influencers Summit on Balancing AI Needs and Data Privacy
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) recently strengthened its commitment to fostering a strong data privacy culture by participating in two major strategic engagements held in Kano State, advancing its mission to promote awareness and compliance in data protection practices nationwide. At the Kano Social Influencers Summit (KANSIS), Mr Abdulmalik Jamoh of the Information Technology […]
NDPC Boss, Dr. Olatunji, Highlights Data Protection as Fuel for Digital Entrepreneurship at OAU Conference
The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, was the Keynote Speaker at the 18th International Multi-Conference on the Application of Information and Communication Technologies to Teaching, Research and Administration (AICTTRA) held at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife on Monday 27th, October, 2025. In his remarks, Dr Olatunji noted that […]
Finland-led Delegation Visits NDPC to Advance Cybersecurity Standards for Data Infrastructure
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), led by the Head of Research and Development Department, Dr Tolulope Pius-Fadipe received in audience a delegation of Finnish cybersecurity experts led by Ms. Maria Ruuskanen, Trade Officer at the Embassy of Finland. The meeting focused on a project under the AU–EU Data Governance in Africa Initiative, implemented by […]
NDPC Staff Receive Specialized Cybersecurity Training to Mark Awareness Month
As part of activities marking the ongoing Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) in collaboration with CyberdefleX, organised a specialised training session on cybersecurity for staff of the Commission. The National Commissioner and CEO of the NDPC, Dr Vincent Olatunji, commended the CyberdefleX team, led by the CEO, Ademakin Oluwatosin, for their […]
NDPC, Meta Unveil Hausa Translation of Data Protection Act in Kano to Boost Digital Rights
As part of activities marking the translation of the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 (NDP Act) into Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba, the National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, joined stakeholders at the unveiling ceremony of the Hausa version in Kano State. In his opening remarks, Dr Olatunji commended Meta […]
NDPC, Meta Translate Nigeria Data Protection Act into Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba to Deepen Inclusivity
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), in collaboration with Meta Inc., has translated the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act) into Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba. This initiative ensures that the Act is accessible and understandable to all Nigerians, regardless of language or location, while deepening citizens’ awareness of their data protection rights. At the unveiling […]
NDPC Advances Technical Partnership with France, Focuses on Audit and Service Design
The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, led a delegation from the Commission to the French Embassy in Lagos, where they were received by the Regional Economic Department team of the Embassy, led by the Economic Counsellor and Delegate to the Head of the Regional Economic Department, Lagos Office, […]
NDPC Urges Traditional Rulers to Drive Data Protection Awareness in Rural Communities
The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, served as a Guest Speaker at the National Executive Committee Meeting of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (NCTRN), held in Lagos. The forum was declared open by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), who was represented by the Governor of […]
