Protection of personal privacy and rights is central to NDPC’s mandate – Olatunji

Protection of personal privacy and rights is central to NDPC’s mandate – Olatunji

The protection of personal privacy and rights sits at the heart of everything the National Data Protection Commission does, according to its leadership. That reminder came from the commission's head, who reaffirmed the agency's core commitment in a recent statement attributed to Olatunji.

The NDPC was established to ensure that individuals have meaningful control over how their personal information is collected, stored, and used. In a climate where data breaches and digital surveillance are growing concerns across the continent, the commission's work carries real weight for everyday Nigerians navigating an increasingly connected world.

Olatunji's remarks signal that the commission sees itself not just as a regulatory body but as an active guardian of civil rights in the digital age. How that mandate translates into enforcement action and public accountability is the question worth watching.

Originally published by BusinessDay.

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