In an effort to uphold the principles outlined in the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA), 2023, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, the National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), plans to introduce the pre-inaugural National Privacy and Digital Awareness Campaign on Thursday, March 21 in Lagos.
Led by the Nigerian Stakeholders for Data Protection Awareness (NSDPA), this initiative aims to educate Nigerian citizens, businesses, and organizations about the critical importance of safeguarding personal data and privacy in the digital sphere.
The main goal of the campaign is to increase awareness about data protection and privacy, not only to enhance digital security but also to create job opportunities across Nigeria.
By encouraging thousands of Nigerians to contribute their creativity to the campaign, the NSDPA aims to enrich the value proposition of the National Awareness Campaign while addressing crucial issues in data protection.
Comprising professionals from various sectors, the NSDPA is committed to promoting strategic awareness of data protection and privacy throughout Nigeria.
Acknowledging the essential role of such awareness in fostering a strong digital economy, the campaign, as stated by Itunu Dosekun, head of Media at NDPC, aims to reach citizens across all six geo-political zones of Nigeria, including:
- North West: Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Sokoto, Dutse, Birni Kebbi, Gusau
- North East: Maiduguri, Yola, Gombe, Jalingo, Bauchi, Damaturu
- North Central: Jos, Makurdi, Lafia, Ilorin, Minna
- South West: Lagos, Ibadan, Ogun, Akure, Ado-Ekiti, Oshogbo
- South East: Enugu, Owerri, Abakaliki, Awka, Umuahia
- South South: Port Harcourt, Calabar, Uyo, Yenagoa, Benin, Asaba
The National Privacy and Digital Awareness Campaign, leveraging extensive media resources, is a collaborative endeavor between the NSDPA and the NDPC. Its overarching goal is to assist the NDPC in fulfilling its strategic mandate of promoting a National Culture of Data Protection Awareness, aligning with the provisions of the Nigeria Data Protection Act.
Through this campaign, Nigeria aims to create a safer and more secure digital environment while equipping its citizens with the knowledge and skills needed to protect their personal data.
From the News Source: Techeconomy
