The (NDPC) has raised fresh concerns over increasing cyber threats targeting Nigeria’s financial systems and critical digital infrastructure. In a new advisory, the Commission warned that coordinated attacks by malicious actors are becoming more sophisticated, posing serious risks to personal data and national security.
This development has sparked renewed urgency around data protection as a matter of public interest. With millions of Nigerians relying on digital platforms for banking, communication, and public services, experts say weak data security could have far-reaching social and economic consequences.
Citing a directive from , the NDPC emphasized that data must be treated as a valuable national resource—one that must be carefully managed and protected under the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023.
The Commission is now calling on both government agencies and private organizations to step up their defenses. Key recommendations include adopting stronger cybersecurity systems, appointing trained data protection officers, conducting regular system vulnerability tests, and implementing advanced safeguards like multi-factor authentication and encryption.
For everyday Nigerians, the advisory highlights a growing reality: personal data protection is no longer just a technical issue—it’s a societal one. Data breaches can lead to financial loss, identity theft, and erosion of trust in digital systems that power modern life.
The NDPC also warned that organizations failing to meet required standards could face legal consequences, reinforcing accountability across sectors.
As Nigeria continues its digital transformation, the Commission says protecting data is essential not only for compliance, but for building a secure and resilient digital future for all.
