The protection of image rights holds significant importance within the legal framework of Nigeria, affording individuals the authority to govern the utilization of their likeness. these rights serve as a barrier against unauthorized exploitation or commercial gain derived from the portrayal of an individual's identity without their explicit consent.
The Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023, establishes the Nigeria Data Protection Commission to carry out the fundamental objectives of the Act. The Commission has a rather strategic role to play in the data protection regime of the country as the principal institution saddled with the responsibility to ensure compliance with the fundamental principles of data protection detailed by the existing legal framework.
As Nigeria continues to evolve and modernize its immigration procedures, it has the potential to become a shining example of efficient and secure border control in the African region, ultimately contributing to the nation's growth and global standing.
The National Information Technology Development Agency is empowered by its enabling Act to create a framework for the planning, research, development, standardization, application, coordination, monitoring, evaluation and regulation of Information Technology practices in Nigeria by developing standards, guidelines and regulations for that purpose.
The NDPA has provided a comprehensive legal framework for data protection in Nigeria. By defining key terms, principles, and obligations for data controllers and processors, the Act has set clear guidelines for the responsible handling of personal data.
“Is the technology not good enough for us?” Of course, the answer to this is also in the negative. If the technology itself was so porous, it would have been dispensed with in other jurisdictions worldwide. Why then are we unsuccessful in incorporating the use of technological devices? Clearly, the problem does not lie with the technology but with its usage
The protection of personal data as provided for in Section 14 of the Freedom of Information Act 2011 is the purpose of the Act. It enables public access to public information and restrains the disclosure of personal information by public institutions, except where the person whose data is involved gives their consent to its disclosure, or where the information is publicly available. Personal information is defined as “any official information held about an identifiable person but does not include information that bears on the public duties of public employees and officials”.
