Securing Digital Trust: NDPC, NSIWC Align on NDP Act Compliance and Remuneration for Data Experts

The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, led a delegation from the Commission on a courtesy visit to the Chairman/CEO of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC), Major General Junaid S. Bindawa (Rtd.). During the briefing, Dr Olatunji highlighted the evolution of data protection regulation in Nigeria, […]
Integrating Privacy in Automated Registries: NDPC Sets AI Governance Benchmarks at CAC Annual Retreat

The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, was represented by officers from the IT and Cybersecurity Department of the Commission, Mr Abubakar Bello Adamu and Mr Abubakar Mahmud, at the 2026 Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) Annual Retreat. Centred on the theme, “Artificial Intelligence (AI) at Scale: Advancing an Intelligent […]
Enforcing the Duty of Care: NDPC Highlights Child Privacy Initiatives at 4th Annual PrivCon Summit

The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, was represented by the Manager of the Commission’s Lagos Office, Ms Omoikhefe Ahimie, at the fourth annual edition of PrivCon held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. Delivering a goodwill message, Ms Ahimie commended PrivCon as a valuable platform for industry […]
GITEX Nigeria 2026: NDPC Sets Privacy Benchmarks for Tech Adoption in the Public Health System

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) made a strong showing at GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo 2026, held at the Landmark Centre in Lagos. As part of its participation, Mr Abubakar Mahmud of the IT and Cybersecurity Department represented the Commission as a panellist in a session titled, “From AI Pilot to Public Health Impact: Scaling […]
UNGA 81: NDPC Maps Out Data Sovereignty Blueprint to Accelerate Africa’s Digital Future

The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, delivered the Keynote Address at an event organised by Vivacity Development on the sidelines of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81). Speaking on the theme, “Securing the Digital Frontier: Regulatory Alignment, Data Sovereignty, and Trust as Catalysts […]

NDPC PROMOTES TRUSTED DIGITAL GOVERNANCE AT UNGA 81 Nigeria showcased its progress in digital infrastructure and sustainable development at a series of high-level events held in New York on the sidelines of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81), with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) highlighting the central role of […]
Securing Diaspora Data: NDPC, NiDCOM Partner to Enforce Data Privacy for Nigerians Abroad

The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, led a delegation from the Commission on a courtesy visit to the Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. (Dr) Abike Dabiri-Erewa. During the visit, Dr Olatunji commended Hon. Dabiri-Erewa for her efforts and contributions, particularly in advancing the interests […]
Strengthening Institutional Accountability: NDPC and ICPC Inaugurate Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit

NDPC, ICPC Inaugurate and Induct Members of the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has inaugurated and inducted members of its Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU). The National Commissioner/CEO of the NDPC, Dr Vincent Olatunji, delivered the Opening Remarks at the event held at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja. In his […]
Africa’s Largest DPA Facility: Minister Bosun Tijani Commissions NDPC Headquarters in Abuja

NDPC Commissions New Headquarters The Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr ‘Bosun Tijani, today commissioned the new headquarters of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), hosted by the National Commissioner/CEO, Dr Vincent Olatunji, marking a significant milestone in the growth of data protection in Nigeria. In his remarks, Dr Tijani commended Dr […]
Double Honour: NDPC Secures Data Governance Excellence Award as Dr Olatunji Wins Federal Public Sector CEO eGovernment Award

Dr Olatunji Wins Federal CEO eGovernment Award as NDPC Secures Data Governance Excellence Award The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission, Dr Vincent Olatunji, was honoured with the Federal Public Sector CEO eGovernment Award at the Nigeria eGovernment Awards 2026. The award was presented by the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Hon Dennis […]


