Experts Stress Board Leadership in Data Protection Culture at KENNA Dialogue

Legal experts at the KENNA Dialogue event in Lagos stressed the crucial role of boards and executives in fostering a data protection culture within organizations. The dialogue focused on the growing significance of data in business operations and the potential digital vulnerabilities that may arise without proactive data protection measures.

Professor Fabian Ajogwu highlighted the need for boards to champion policies and frameworks for data oversight and compliance. Dr.

Vincent Olatunji from the Nigeria Data Protection Commission discussed aligning data protection practices with senior management views. Ibukunoluwa Owa emphasized the role of Data Protection Officers in ensuring compliance and independence.