— SERVICES • DATA PROTECTION COMPLIANCE
— Regulatory Background
The Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), introduced by NITDA in January 2019, laid the foundation for data protection practices in Nigeria, requiring organisations to conduct annual audits and ensure compliance. Recognising the need for a more focused regulatory approach, the Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB) was established in 2021 to oversee enforcement and drive accountability in data governance.
Jan 2019
Introduced by NITDA – the foundation for data protection practice in Nigeria.
Feb 2022
Established to oversee enforcement and drive accountability in data governance.
Jun 2023
The Act is enacted and the Nigeria Data Protection Commission is established.
This progression from NITDA, to NDPB, to the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) underscores Nigeria’s commitment to protecting personal data and aligning with global standards in the digital economy.
We are a licensed Data Protection Compliance Organisation (DPCO) that thrives by helping organisations identify and mitigate their data protection and privacy compliance risks and challenges, alongside their information security and cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
Our dedicated and professional team specialises in solving complex compliance issues, creating bespoke and flexible business solutions for a variety of clients across different industries.
— We are a Licensed Data Protection Compliance Organisation
“A passion to help organisations in Africa secure, protect, maximise and derive value from their data, one of their most valuable assets.” We are a niche IT and data consulting firm helping organisations put data to work, safely and compliantly.
— How We Work
The audit process includes a set of detailed remediation activities delivered using industry best-practice data protection principles and guidelines. We are well versed in dealing with clients of various sizes, and have consistently supported the remediation efforts required to meet obligations to the NDPC.
Non-compliance with the Act can cause irremediable damage to your business.
Risk
Significant financial penalties from the supervisory authority, the NDPC.
Risk
Breach of trust with your invaluable clients and customers.
Risk
To your business – lawsuits, loss of earnings, and penalties.
Risk
Loss of customers and employee attrition.
— Delivery Approach
Our 3-step compliance approach leverages proven methods, international best practices, robust tools, and a comprehensive suite of assets, from reference processes, to automation, to deliver an innovative solution. Our execution incorporates proven methodologies, extremely qualified personnel, and a highly responsive approach to managing deliverables.
— NDPA Compliance Deliverables
§ 1
Provide NDPA training and awareness across your organisation.
§ 2
Review and update your privacy policy.
§ 3
Conduct the NDPA risk assessment (audit).
§ 4
Receive a documented NDPA audit report.
§ 5
File the NDPA audit summary report.
— Benefits
Organisations derive several useful benefits once the NDPA Compliance Audit and remedial activities are completed. These include, but are not limited to, the following: