In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at bolstering data privacy practices in Nigeria, Ethnos Cybersecurity, an indigenous firm renowned for its expertise in cybersecurity, has recently conducted an intensive training program for the technical team at the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC) headquarters. This collaboration is a significant step towards enhancing the nation’s data protection capabilities.
The training session, led by Ethnos Cybersecurity, was designed to build capacity and empower the NDPC’s technical team with practical knowledge and skills necessary for effective data privacy implementation. The interactive and engaging nature of the training ensured that complex data protection regulations were tackled in an understandable and impactful manner.
The comprehensive training aimed to enhance the technical skills of NDPC staff in critical areas such as data loss prevention strategies, network and endpoint security, data classification and encryption, database analytics and intelligence, and incident management. These topics are vital for implementing robust technical and organizational measures within the data protection ecosystem.
At the conclusion of the two-day training, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, National Commissioner/CEO of the NDPC, emphasized the alignment of the training with the Commission’s strategic roadmap, which prioritizes capacity building and awareness. Dr. Olatunji highlighted the importance of the training in enhancing the skill set of technical personnel and encouraged participants to apply their newly acquired knowledge, challenge themselves, and strive for excellence in the digital privacy landscape.
This initiative underscores the commitment of the NDPC and Ethanos Cyber Limited to fostering a knowledgeable and skilled workforce capable of advancing data protection standards in Nigeria.
Speaking on the success of the training, the CEO of Ethnos Cybersecurity expressed his satisfaction with the outcomes. “We tackled complex data protection regulations through a fun and interactive approach, making it a highly impactful training session. We believe that with the strides of NDPC under the visionary leadership of Vincent Olatunji, we will ensure that we do our best in capacity building,” he said.
Dr. Vincent Olatunji, the head of the NDPC, also lauded the initiative. “We are pleased with this initiative; this private-public sector collaboration between Ethnos and the Nigerian Data Protection Commission is a welcome development. We always look forward to such capacity-building sessions. As an organization, the Nigerian Data Protection Commission is poised to be in tune with global best practices, and capacity building is part of this regulation,” stated Dr. Olatunji.
This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s journey towards strengthening its data protection framework. By leveraging the expertise of Ethnos Cybersecurity, the NDPC is better equipped to navigate the complexities of data privacy, ensuring that Nigeria remains aligned with international standards.
ANTHONY EMEKA NWOSU
At the conclusion of the two-day training, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, National Commissioner/CEO of the NDPC, emphasized the alignment of the training with the Commission’s strategic roadmap, which prioritizes capacity building and awareness. Dr. Olatunji highlighted the importance of the training in enhancing the skill set of technical personnel and encouraged participants to apply their newly acquired knowledge, challenge themselves, and strive for excellence in the digital privacy landscape.
