The National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission, Vincent Olatunji, has led a delegation from the Commission on a courtesy visit to the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole.
During the meeting, Dr. Olatunji commended the minister for her leadership and ongoing initiatives within the ministry.
Olatunji noted that data protection and privacy have become global priorities, especially as businesses increasingly rely on digital platforms.
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According to him, effective data governance can also help attract foreign direct investment in line with the policy direction of Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
He added that successful trade and investment strategies require strong compliance with data protection regulations.
In her remarks, Minister Oduwole commended the NDPC leadership for its work in strengthening Nigeria’s data protection ecosystem.
The minister also expressed the ministry’s willingness to partner with the NDPC to ensure compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act.
As part of the collaboration, Olatunji offered free induction training for ministry staff as well as vouchers for the Commission’s Virtual Privacy Academy.
The initiative is expected to improve awareness and compliance with data protection and privacy standards within the ministry and its agencies.
