NDPC, Meta launch initiative to strengthen data protection in Nigeria
The commission said the M-SIDP programme, which aims to foster safety and sustainability mechanisms for the ecosystem and technology, is ...
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CBN alerts public to fraudulent messages, cybersecurity hack attempts
The Bank further urged Nigerians to only rely on information on its official website and recognized media outlets, and to ...
‘Stop filming Nigerians without consent or face sanctions’, NDPC warns content creators
The warning followed a controversy involving Lagos-based TikToker Ella.
Firm warns Nigerian businesses on risks of non-compliance to data laws
The firm gave the advice during a two-day training it hosted in Lagos on data privacy and compliance.
Nigeria generated $1.5m from data protection in two years – Commission
The commission said it has provided employment opportunities for over 23,000 people since its creation in 2023.
NDPC issues compliance notices to banks, insurers, pension and gaming firms
The NDPC said the move was part of efforts to safeguard citizens’ rights and strengthen the foundations of Nigeria’s digital ...
Zamfara becomes first state to launch digital literacy framework
The Zamfara Digital Literacy Framework is a practical and strategic response to a long-standing need to equip our people with ...
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Tribunal upholds Nigeria’s $220 million fine on Facebook/WhatsApp
Meta and WhatsApp appealed the fine imposed by Nigeria's Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC).
Nigeria generated N12bn from data protection in 2024 – Commission
The commission said that in 2024, it investigated 213 privacy breaches, unauthorised data sharing, and non-compliance with the Nigeria Data ...
Nigerian govt fines Fidelity Bank N555.8 million over data breaches – Official
He said that the commission commenced an investigation into Fidelity Bank in April 2023 and, upon conclusion, found that it ...
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Why we fined Meta, WhatsApp $200 million — FCCPC
The FCCPC says it is already getting international accolades for the investigation and sanction.
Nigerian government establishes databank for education sector
The government said the NERD system would serve as the central electronic platform for the storage of academic publications, data, ...
Tinubu sacks heads of NCC, NIGCOMSAT, NIPOST, appoints replacements
The appointments were made known in a statement issued by the president’s Special Adviser on Media & Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, ...
CBN directive to scrutinise bank customers’ social media presence illegal – Data Protection Council
The CBN, in its recently released Customer Due Diligence Regulations, 2023, directed all money deposit banks to obtain comprehensive information ...
