Understanding Nigeria’s Data Protection Ecosystem | Daniel Uba | The Market Report

In this insightful edition of The Market Report, Daniel Uba, Visionary & Innovation Officer at Floliz Nigeria Limited, provides a comprehensive breakdown of Nigeria’s Data Protection Ecosystem and what it means for businesses, regulators, professionals, and data subjects. As Nigeria continues to strengthen its data protection regime under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act) 2023 and the General Application and Implementation Directive (GAID) 2025, this session explores the legal, regulatory, and operational realities shaping data governance in the country. Key areas discussed include: Overview of Nigeria’s data protection framework Roles of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) Obligations of Data Controllers and Data Processors Common data protection compliance gaps in Nigeria Enforcement trends, risks, and penalties The business and economic impact of data protection compliance Practical steps organizations should take to remain compliant This discussion is particularly relevant for: Business leaders and executives Data Protection Officers (DPOs) Legal and compliance professionals ICT and cybersecurity professionals Regulators, policymakers, and students of data governance 📅 Aired: Tuesday, 20th January 2026 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM 📺 Platform: ADBN TV (DSTV Channel 258 | StarTimes Channel 140 | ADBN App & Online)