The National Commissioner and CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji, recently received executives from the Data Bridge Institute (DBI) at the Commission’s office. The DBI team, led by its President and CEO, Mr. Daser David, shared their vision of upskilling Nigerians for various tech roles within the telecommunications sector.
During the meeting, Mr. David provided an overview of DBI’s mandate, highlighting its efforts to serve as a bridge between training and the digital job market. He emphasized that DBI is repurposing its objectives to better meet the evolving demands of the digital economy. With established facilities across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones, DBI offers a wide range of courses and certifications aimed at boosting Nigeria’s digital workforce. Mr. David also expressed his desire to collaborate with the NDPC to advance their shared goals, particularly in human capital development.
In response, Dr. Olatunji commended Mr. David for his valuable contributions to Nigeria’s digital ecosystem and his active role as a member of the General Application and Implementation Directive committee. He also praised DBI’s commitment to fostering partnerships with various government agencies, recognizing that collaborative efforts are essential to achieving national digital transformation.
Dr. Olatunji further noted that the visit aligns with the NDPC’s strategic roadmap, particularly in the areas of human capital development, ecosystem and technology growth, and institutional collaboration. He briefly discussed the Commission’s data protection certification process, stressing its aim to develop globally competitive experts within Nigeria’s growing tech space.
The meeting concluded with an agreement to explore potential areas of partnership between NDPC and DBI, marking a promising step towards enhancing digital skills and advancing Nigeria’s position in the global tech market.