The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji, received the National Coordinator of the National Social Safety-Nets Coordinating Office (NASSCO), Dr Funmi Olotu, and her delegation on a courtesy visit to the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

During the meeting, Dr Olotu expressed appreciation for the warm reception and highlighted the extensive volume of personal data processed by NASSCO, covering approximately 80 million Nigerians across 20 million households, including vulnerable Nigerians. She reaffirmed the Office’s commitment to collaborating with the Commission and ensuring compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 (NDP Act).

In his remarks, Dr Olatunji emphasised the importance of data protection compliance in strengthening institutional credibility, building public trust, and ensuring the lawful and responsible processing of personal data. He highlighted key compliance measures, including implementing appropriate technical and organisational safeguards, developing a clear privacy policy, appointing a Data Protection Officer (DPO), and providing regular data protection training for personnel.
He also stressed the need to align NASSCO’s data processing activities with the provisions of the NDPA, 2023, and applicable global data protection standards.

As part of the engagement, Dr Olatunji proposed a capacity-building programme for NASSCO personnel and the establishment of a joint working committee to facilitate the implementation of agreed measures, and strengthen data protection compliance.