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 […]
Securing the Democratic Process: NDPC Champions Data Privacy in Election Management at eGovernment Summit 2026

The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, delivered the Keynote Address at the Nigeria eGovernment Summit 2026 on the theme, “Mainstreaming Technologies in Nigeria Election Management: The Data Protection Imperative.” In his address, Dr Olatunji commended the organisers for their sustained efforts in organising the Summit over the years, […]
NDPC and EU Justice Agencies Align on Data Protection in Transnational Criminal Investigations

The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, received in audience the Vice President of the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (EUROJUST), Mr José de la Mata Amaya, who was accompanied by representatives of EUROJUST and the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (EUROPOL). Mr Amaya and […]
NDPC and ARCON Join Forces to Deepen Responsible Data Processing in Marketing

The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, delivered the keynote address at the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) webinar titled “Understanding Data Protection and Its Regulatory Framework: Applicability to the Nigerian Advertising Industry,” while the Director-General of ARCON, Dr Olalekan Fadolapo, delivered the welcome address. Dr Olatunji commended […]
Building Trust in e-Commerce: NDPC Partners GIZ to Strengthen Sectoral Compliance with NDP Act 2023

The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, delivered the keynote address at the Validation Workshop on the Data Privacy Framework for e-Commerce, organised by the NDPC in partnership with the German Corporation for International Cooperation (GIZ) to strengthen sectoral compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 (NDP Act). […]


