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Nigeria’s Data Protection Act is Not a Catch-All Tool
On March 18, 2025, the Nigerian Senate received a bill sponsored by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, titled: A Bill for an Act to Alter the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023, to Mandate the Establishment of Physical Offices within the Territorial Boundaries of the Federal Republic of Nigeria by Social Media
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THE HIDDEN COSTS OF IGNORING DATA PROTECTION COMPLIANCE.
Imagine waking up to a flood of frantic emails and calls, your company has suffered a data breach. Customer information has been exposed, and now regulators, clients, and the media
Overview: What is the Nigeria Digital Public Infrastructure Framework?
On March 4, 2024, the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy of Nigeria announced the release of the Nigerian Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Framework. Below is a simplified
How Do You Secure Funding When Investors Demand Proof of Regulatory Compliance? Part 1
Securing funding for a startup in Africa’s booming digital economy often comes down to one word: Compliance. Picture a Lagos-based fintech founder pitching to investors – the product is innovative,
Legislative Updates – January & February
We’re pleased to share our latest roundup of digital-economy activities at the National Assembly. As part of our ongoing legislative monitoring, we’ve tracked key bills introduced in the Senate and
Who Controls the Internet? Global Governance and Africa’s Digital Domain
The internet is often described as a decentralised network, yet questions persist about who actually controls it. Globally, no single entity governs the internet; instead, a complex web of stakeholders
Why Engaging in Technology Standards Conversations Matters
Key takeaways: In an era where technology permeates every facet of life—from smartphones in our pockets to automated systems in industries—standards have become the unsung linchpin holding this vast network
