NDPC Boss Stresses Data Protection for National Security

The NDPC boss stated that data protection is vital to national security and emphasized the need for meticulous investigations into data breaches. He criticized the tendency to act hastily based on social media trends without following established procedures.

The NDPC boss noted that no organization should be publicly announced as guilty until due process is followed, especially as Nigeria approaches an election cycle. He mentioned that INEC is currently handling sensitive investigations and that all parties involved have been invited to cooperate.

The NDPC boss explained that organizations must focus on compliance with privacy laws, including appointing data protection officers and maintaining proper records. He pointed out that while breaches can occur, organizations should be prepared with safeguards and willing to comply with the law.

The NDPC boss also warned against imposing fines without proper evaluation and stressed that the Nigerian economy is fragile, with millions relying on digital platforms for their livelihoods.