The Global Privacy Day Press Conference witnessed the esteemed presence of Dr Bosun Tijani, the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, as the Special Guest.Dr Vincent Olatunji, the National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), set the tone with a warm welcome address and an insightful overview of the privacy ecosystem.
Addressing the audience, Dr Olatunji emphasized the pivotal role of Global Privacy Day in fostering awareness about the rights of data subjects and the lawful usage of personal data.He delved into the evolutionary journey of Data Protection in Nigeria, tracing its roots from the establishment of the Nigeria Data Protection Bureau to its transformation into a full-fledged Commission.
The national commissioner stressed the importance of awareness, citing its crucial role in cultivating a globally competitive cadre of data protection professionals mandated by the NDPA.Tijani emphasised the significance of privacy for individuals and championed the cause of digital literacy to empower people in understanding their privacy rights.
Commending the dedication of Dr Olatunji and the NDPC team, the Minister emphasized that safeguarding privacy is a collective responsibility involving the government, citizens, and the media.He urged the media to actively contribute by disseminating information to enlighten data subjects about the criticality of data privacy for individuals and the nation as a whole.Distinguished guests at the event included Hon Stanley Olajide Adedeji, the Chairman of the House Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity, along with CEOs from NITDA, Nigcomsat, NIPOST, Galaxy Backbone, and representatives from various private sector stakeholders and the media.
The collective presence of these influential figures underscored the shared commitment towards advancing data privacy initiatives in Nigeria.
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