NDPC Offers Specialized DPO Certification and Privacy Training to Federal Character Commission Staff
Summary
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission announced the offer of Data Protection Officer certification and privacy training to staff of the Federal Character Commission. NDPC National Commissioner Dr Vincent Olatunji made the offer during a courtesy visit to FCC Executive Chairman Honourable Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran. The training would include DPO certification programmes and access to the Virtual Privacy Academy.
This announcement reflects NDPC's proactive approach to building data protection capacity within government institutions. The FCC's recognition as a key data controller underscores the expanding scope of data protection obligations across Nigeria's public sector. Organizations seeking DPO certification or privacy training may contact NDPC directly to explore available programmes.
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The Nigeria Data Protection Commission extended an offer to provide specialized Data Protection Officer certification and privacy training to staff of the Federal Character Commission. During a courtesy visit, NDPC National Commissioner Dr Vincent Olatunji highlighted the FCC's role as a key data controller and processor given the sensitivity and volume of data it manages, noting that NDPC training programmes would include DPO certification and access to the Virtual Privacy Academy.
Federal agencies and government institutions in Nigeria that handle personal data may benefit from similar capacity-building initiatives. The collaboration signals NDPC's ongoing efforts to promote data protection awareness across government bodies and support compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023.
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In his remarks, Dr Olatunji commended Honourable Omidiran for her leadership and dedication to promoting equity and national cohesion since her appointment. He highlighted the strategic importance of the FCC in Nigeria’s governance architecture, noting that the FCC is a key data controller and processor, given the sensitivity and volume of data it manages. He added that compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act), 2023 would not only safeguard citizens’ rights but also enhance transparency, accountability, and public trust in the FCC’s activities.
In her response, Honourable Omidiran commended the NDPC, under the leadership of Dr Olatunji, for its sustained efforts in promoting data protection and privacy awareness across Nigeria. She highlighted the mandate of the FCC, acknowledged the importance of data protection and privacy in carrying out its mandate, and expressed FCC’s interest in working with the NDPC.
Dr Olatunji stated that collaboration between the NDPC and the FCC would support the effective delivery of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. As part of efforts to deepen collaboration, Dr Olatunji offered capacity-building support to the FCC, including training programmes and certification for staff as Data Protection Officers (DPOs), as well as access to the Virtual Privacy Academy (VPA).
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