NDPC Reaffirms Commitment to AI Accountability, Wins Ecosystem Leadership Honour at Data Processors Summit
The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, was represented by the Commission’s Head of Strategy, Partnership and Communication, Mrs Abiola Jide-Abe, at the 3rd Edition of the Data Controllers and Data Processors Conference and Awards, themed, “Governing Data in the Age of AI, Automation and Cross-Border Digital Economies,” in […]
Deepening Grassroots Privacy: NDPC and NOA Sign Strategic MoU to Drive Nationwide Data Protection Awareness
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Orientation Agency (NOA), formalising the existing collaboration between both institutions. The National Commissioner/CEO of the NDPC, Dr Vincent Olatunji, appreciated the Director-General of the NOA, Dr Lanre Onilu, for his commitment to formalising the existing collaboration between the NDPC […]
Aligning Policy and Investment: NDPC Champions ‘Privacy by Design’ at ITW Africa 2026
The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, was represented by the Head of Compliance Services Management at the Commission, Mrs Caroline Okafor, Esq., at the International Telecoms Week (ITW) and Datacloud Africa 2026, held in Nairobi, Kenya. Mrs Okafor participated in two high-level panel sessions focused on regulation, digital […]
Securing Government Data: NDPC Hosts Capacity-Building Programme for DPOs Across MDAs
The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, declared open the capacity-building programme for Data Protection Officers (DPOs) across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), organised by the NDPC in Abuja. Dr Olatunji emphasised that effective data protection compliance must be driven by organisations through strong systems, processes and human capital. […]
From Unit to Commission: NITDA DG Commends NDPC’s Remarkable Growth During Headquarters Visit
The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, received the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Mr Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, on a courtesy visit to the Commission’s new headquarters. Dr Olatunji welcomed Mr Inuwa and appreciated him for his support throughout the Commission’s transition from being a […]
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 […]
