CITAD Urges Stronger Data Protection for Nigerians

The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has expressed alarm over the rising incidents of data breaches and the abuse of Nigerians' personal information, advocating for stronger protections of digital rights and online privacy. This call was made during a press briefing held in Dutse, Jigawa State, where Buhari Abba, the dComms Project Lead of CITAD, highlighted the growing risks of personal data exposure.

Abba pointed out that sensitive information such as National Identification Numbers, Bank Verification Numbers, and account details are increasingly vulnerable to unauthorized access by various entities, including financial institutions and malicious actors. He criticized the dominance of major technology companies, which limits user control over their data.

Abba introduced dComms, a decentralized and privacy-focused social platform aimed at providing an alternative to mainstream social media, emphasizing user control and privacy. He noted that dComms connects to the Fediverse, allowing decentralized platforms to interact while reducing reliance on single tech companies.