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The Nigerian government, under President Bola Tinubu, has emphasized the importance of data governance as a key driver for economic growth, likening data to 'the new oil.' In a recent directive, all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) are required to comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act) to ensure the proper collection, storage, and protection of citizens' personal information. This initiative aims to bolster public confidence in government digital services and underscores the responsibility of MDAs to safeguard data. Each agency must appoint qualified Data Protection Officers (DPOs) and ensure they are registered with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC). Additionally, MDAs are tasked with making budgetary provisions for training, public awareness, and compliance audits. The directive also holds senior officials accountable for adherence to these regulations, marking a significant step towards responsible data governance in Nigeria. Source attribution: This summary is based on reporting by Vanguard News. NigeriaNewsFeed aggregates news from trusted Nigerian and international publishers. Read the original article below for the full report.
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