Revisiting Defamation: Is It Criminal, Civil, or Both?
The right to freedom of speech is a fundamental human right of every Nigerian, enshrined in the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended). However, this right has its limitations. Therefore, while you do have the right to “speak your mind”...
An Overview of Legal Recourse for Data Privacy Violations in Nigeria
With the increasing reliance on digital technology and the internet, data privacy has become a critical concern worldwide. In Nigeria, the protection of personal data is governed primarily by the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023, (NDPA) and the Nigeria Data...
An Overview of the Exemptions and Derogations on Data Privacy Rights in Nigeria
In Nigeria, just as contained in the constitution of most countries of the world, the right to privacy is guaranteed and protected under the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (As Amended).[1] Data Protection in Nigeria is principally governed by the...
Understanding Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs): Legal Requirements and Strategies
Data is regarded as the new oil with deliberate efforts being made by organizations, individuals, and entities to safeguard personal data. Also, many countries are now enacting data protection legislation to ensure the proper protection of personal data. Nigeria is...