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  • Nigeria’s Q3 data breaches surge 1,047%

    Nigeria’s Q3 data breaches surge 1,047%

    Data breaches that affected Nigerian entities rose sharply to an extraordinary 1,047 per cent compared to the previous quarter, according to the latest esentry Eagle’s Eyes Q3 2025 cybersecurity report.

     The report, released yesterday, showed that the country logged an average of 6,101 attacks per week in July, a pace that continued through the quarter and marked a turning point in the volume and sophistication of attacks targeting high-value institutions, especially in the fintech sector.

    The report’s analysis indicated a decisive shift in how attackers gained access to corporate environments. Instead of exploiting technical vulnerabilities, adversaries increasingly entered systems using valid credentials, often harvested from previous data leaks or left active long after employees had departed.

    Digital forensics conducted by esentry uncovered numerous cases in which dormant service accounts, stale identity tokens, and overlooked access rights enabled intruders to stealthily gain network access, establish persistence, and prepare for large-scale data extraction without raising immediate suspicion.

    This transformation in attack patterns marked a clear departure from the opportunistic hacking that characterised earlier years. Attackers treated identity as the new point of entry, studying trust relationships and exploiting internal access pathways that organisations had not fully secured. Nigerian and African institutions found themselves confronting adversaries who acted with greater patience and precision, blending into legitimate user activity in ways that made early detection far more difficult.

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    Commenting on the report, Chief Business Officer (CBO) of esentry, Gbolabo Awelewa, said the country is no longer dealing with opportunistic attacks but an organized band of cyber criminals.

     “As the threat landscape evolves, Nigeria is no longer dealing with opportunistic cybercrime, but confronting organised, identity-driven campaigns that move with intent, patience, and precision. Despite the surge in threats, this moment is also a turning point. With the proper controls, stronger identity oversight, and early-warning intelligence, Nigerian organisations can stay ahead of these attacks. Our role at esentry is to ensure that the future of cybersecurity in Nigeria is not defined by fear, but by preparedness and resilience,” Awelewa said.

    The report also noted that the surge in identity-centric intrusions mirrored global developments, though Nigeria experienced the shift with unusual intensity due to rapid digitisation and inconsistent identity governance structure.

    As core infrastructure hardened, attackers refocused on identity structures as the least protected surface, exploiting gaps in monitoring and off-boarding processes and maintaining long-term access to corporate environments through subtle, low-noise techniques.

    Looking ahead, the esentry report projected that identity-based threats would define the coming year for Nigerian organisations. With adversaries refining this method of intrusion at scale, the esentry team urged institutions to reassess their security frameworks, prioritise continuous identity oversight, and adopt models capable of detecting credential misuse before it escalates into significant disruption.

    The report concluded that Nigeria’s overall cyber resilience would depend on how quickly organisations recognised identity as the new perimeter and aligned their defences accordingly.

    “esentry delivers customised cybersecurity services based on the unique needs of each customer segment. With a deep understanding of all facets of cybersecurity, esentry provides an end-to-end portfolio of services and products to businesses of all sizes worldwide,” he said.

  • How Data and AI Are Changing English Football Predictions?

    How Data and AI Are Changing English Football Predictions?

    In the ever-evolving landscape of English football, the integration of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how fans, pundits, and clubs approach match predictions.

    Gone are the days when gut feelings and traditional scouting were the sole determinants of a team’s potential. Today, sophisticated models and vast datasets are reshaping the narrative.

    The Evolution of Football Predictions

    For decades, football predictions were based on a combination of statistics, historical outcomes, and expert judgment. Fans would pore over tables, goal differences, and head-to-head records to estimate results. While these methods provided some insight, they were limited by human biases and incomplete data.

    The rise of data analytics changed everything. Analysts now consider variables such as expected goals (xG), expected assists (xA), passing networks, possession patterns, defensive duels, and pressing efficiency. Each metric adds a layer of understanding, allowing predictive models to assess team strengths and weaknesses in ways that human intuition alone could not achieve.

    For example, Liverpool’s high-pressure game under Jurgen Klopp can be quantified through data points like “pressures per 90 minutes” and “successful tackles in the opposition half.” By incorporating such metrics, AI models can produce more precise Premier League predictions, even accounting for tactical nuances.

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    AI and Machine Learning in Football

    Artificial intelligence, particularly machine learning, has become a cornerstone of football analytics. Unlike traditional models, AI algorithms can process millions of data points in real-time, identifying patterns and correlations that may escape human observers. These models continuously learn, updating predictions as new data – such as injuries, substitutions, and match outcomes – becomes available.

    Machine learning algorithms such as Random Forests, Neural Networks, and Gradient Boosting are widely used to forecast results. For instance, a study from the NHS Journal of Science showed that Random Forest models could achieve over 61% accuracy in predicting English Premier League match outcomes, significantly outperforming conventional statistical approaches.

    Moreover, AI can simulate entire seasons thousands of times to estimate probabilities for outcomes like winning the title, qualifying for European competitions, or facing relegation. This level of precision has transformed Premier League predictions from casual fan speculation to data-driven insights that clubs and betting companies rely upon.

    Key Data Metrics Driving Predictions

    Some of the most influential data metrics include:

    • Expected Goals (xG): Measures the quality of a team’s chances, not just the goals scored.
    • Expected Assists (xA): Evaluates the likelihood that a pass leads to a goal.
    • Pressing Efficiency: How effectively a team disrupts the opposition in high-pressure zones.
    • Player Performance Indices: Aggregated stats for individual players, including successful dribbles, tackles, interceptions, and key passes.
    • Historical Head-to-Head Data: Past results between teams to identify trends.
    • Contextual Factors: Weather, travel schedules, referee patterns, and home advantage.

    By combining these variables, AI models provide insights that are far more nuanced than a simple win/loss forecast.

    Case Study: 2025-26 Premier League Season

    The 2025-26 season offers a clear demonstration of AI-powered predictions. Early in the campaign, Arsenal, despite losing a few critical matches, remained a title favourite.

    According to Opta’s predictive models, they hold roughly a 44% chance of winning the league, while Liverpool sits at 30%. This data-driven approach also extends to predicting relegation and mid-table battles.

    For example, newly promoted teams like Leeds United, Burnley face tougher survival challenges based on metrics such as squad depth, expected goals conceded, and defensive efficiency.

    Future Trends in Data-Driven Football

    The future of football predictions looks increasingly sophisticated:

    • Wearable Technology: Player biometrics, including heart rate, fatigue levels, and sprint intensity, can inform predictions about performance and injury risk.
    • Enhanced Fan Engagement: Interactive platforms can allow fans to input variables and see potential match outcomes.
    • Predictive Refereeing: Analysing referee decisions and tendencies could lead to more consistent officiating.
    • Real-Time Match Analysis: AI can update predictions live, factoring in events like substitutions, red cards, or tactical adjustments.

    Ethical Considerations and Limitations

    Despite its promise, AI is not flawless. Models depend on the quality and completeness of the data they process. Injuries, managerial changes, or sudden tactical shifts can still produce outcomes that defy even the most advanced models. Ethical questions also arise in betting and gambling contexts, as AI predictions can influence market behaviour and fan decisions.

    Clubs, analysts, and fans must therefore balance AI insights with traditional expertise, understanding that while data provides a strong foundation, the unpredictable nature of football remains.

    The integration of data and AI has irrevocably changed English football. From match outcome forecasts to player performance analysis, these technologies provide a level of insight previously unimaginable.

    While gut instinct and experience remain valuable, modern Premier League predictions are increasingly grounded in hard data, enabling fans, analysts, and clubs to make informed decisions. As AI continues to evolve, its influence on football predictions will only grow, reshaping how we experience and understand the beautiful game.

    Compare data-based forecasts on platforms like Eagle Predict and track how they stack up across the season to see which models deliver the most accurate insights.

  • ‘Nigeria’s data cost lowest in sub-Saharan Africa’

    ‘Nigeria’s data cost lowest in sub-Saharan Africa’

    Nigeria stands out globally for its affordable mobile data costs, offering cost-effective connectivity services to data users nationwide. With an average data cost of $0.38 for a gigabyte, mobile data in Nigeria is one of the cheapest in the world and one of the lowest in Africa.

    This position was affirmed by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and revealed in the GSMA report on “The role of mobile technology in driving the digital economy in Nigeria”.

    “According to the ITU, the cost in Nigeria (as a % of GNI per capita) for a basic data-only package is the lowest in West Africa and well below the average across Africa,” the GSMA report stated.

    In comparison to Nigeria, other African countries, such as Kenya, Ethiopia and South Africa have higher data costs, with Kenya averaging $0.59 per gigabyte, Ethiopia with an average of $0.68 per gigabyte and South Africa at $1.77 per gigabyte. Notably, the United States of America offers data rates at an average of $6 for a gigabyte.

    Amid its cost-friendly and competitive data rates, Nigerian telecommunications operators are currently advocating for a tariff increase, to address the pressing challenges the sector is faced with, due to currency devaluation, inflation and the overall Nigerian economic downturn in the past months.

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    MTN Nigeria’s Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola, during a recent interview, highlighted the diverse challenges the telecom industry had to scale through in the past year due to the state of the Nigerian economy, emphasizing the need for tariff adjustments to ensure sustainability of the sector.

     “2024 was a very torrid year for the entire telecoms industry. We are the largest operators, so we were probably able to be a bit more resilient but it’s been very difficult,” he said.

    Toriola cited the major factors which contributed to the challenges of telecoms operations in 2024, noting that the cost of operations of the telecoms firm now exceeds its revenue.

    “The difficulty was triggered by the currency devaluation and inflation which happened on a very rapid scale. What this has done is that it has driven the cost of operations up so significantly, that by the end of the year, we are spending more to keep operations up and running than we are generating in revenue and that is not sustainable,” Toriola said.

    He noted that the tariff increase will enable telecom operators to build the capacity needed to provide quality services. “What the tariff adjustment allows us to do is to continue to reinvest, because we need to build capacity, build resilience, put in additional generators and alternative power supply systems for stable and high-quality networks,” Toriola said.

    More importantly, he emphasized that the operations of telecom operators are threatened due to present challenges and the tariff adjustments are needed for the sector to survive.

    “If you have any organization that’s spending 160per cent of what it earns in revenue, at some point that organization is going to shut down. We are running on fumes to keep our networks up, and we are keeping our networks up. We are not shutting down any networks at this point, because we believe that sooner or later, the sustainability issue will be addressed,” he said.

    The Federal Government has acknowledged the need for tariff adjustments, while also assuring Nigerians that any increase will be moderate, and not up to 100per cent as the telcos had requested. Speaking on the tariff increase during a stakeholders’ meeting with Mobile Network Operators, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, had said: “We want to strike the balance as a government, to protect our people, but also protect and ensure that these companies can continue to invest significantly.”

    As discussions concerning the advancement of the telecom sector continue to unfold, stakeholders seek to balance the industry’s operational sustainability with consumer affordability, ensuring that Nigeria’s digital landscape thrives and is accessible to all Nigerians.

  • ‘No accurate data to fight graft’

    ‘No accurate data to fight graft’

    The World Bank has flagged inaccuracies in federal government data systems as a major impediment to achieving fiscal transparency and fighting corruption in Nigeria.

    This was disclosed in Abuja at the AGORA Policy conversation on anti corruption. Speaking on behalf of the World Bank Country Director, Dr. Ndiamé Diop, Senior Bank Official Debby Isa noted the challenges posed by Nigeria’s data collection systems. “We talk about transparency, but to achieve transparent reports, you need accurate and reliable data.”

    Right now, the data system involves numerous manual processes that allow for leakages, long compromising fiscal transparency,” Isa said.

    Delivering the keynote address, Professor Adele Jinadu, critiqued Nigeria’s approach to combating corruption, describing it as inadequate and fragmented. “Adopting a ‘watch night man’ approach will not address Nigeria’s entrenched corruption. Without a holistic approach, efforts will amount to wasted time,” he insisted.

    Jinadu lamented the erosion of public trust in Nigeria’s institutions, emphasizing the systemic nature of corruption. “We are dealing with a toxic environment where corruption pervades every institution. No matter the reforms, corruption is ultimately about morality. Our leaders consistently act contrary to the laws they pledge to uphold,” he said.

    He called on political actors to prioritize integrity and accountability, noting the constitutional duties of governance and the oversight roles of key agencies, including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), and the Code of Conduct Bureau.

    “The message is clear: eternal vigilance is the price of liberty. Let the sentinels on the watchtower remain awake. Nurturing such civic virtues is an indispensable guardrail against the culture of impunity in our political system,” Jinadu concluded.

    Representing the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, at the event, Mrs. Adejoke Liman, Director of Policy and Research, outlined several challenges undermining the anti-corruption fight. These include public cynicism, the security of tenure for agency heads, and challenges in prosecuting high-profile cases.

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    “Corruption remains a huge enterprise involving theft of public resources at all levels of government. Public skepticism and the ease with which public funds are siphoned without warning systems hinder the fight,” Liman said.

    She noted the agency’s strategic decision to channel recovered funds toward social investment initiatives. “Funds recovered by the Commission are financing student loans and consumer credit schemes, both of which can reduce criminal tendencies among vulnerable groups,” she added.

    In her remarks, AGORA Chairperson Ojobo Ode Atuluku emphasized the need to sustain anti-corruption efforts despite changes in government. “Anti-corruption must remain on the radar. The message is as relevant today as ever,” she said.

    Atuluku reaffirmed AGORA Policy’s commitment to developing practical solutions for Nigeria’s challenges, urging stakeholders to adopt innovative approaches tailored to Nigeria’s unique experiences.

  • FG imposes N555m fine on bank for data breaches

    FG imposes N555m fine on bank for data breaches

    The Federal Government has imposed a N555 million fine on a new generation bank for data breaches.

    The fine was imposed by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), supervised by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy.

    The National Commissioner of the NDPC, Dr Vincent Olatunji disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday at a Stakeholders validation workshop on the Nigeria Data Protection Act General Application and Implementation Directive.

    The bank has 14 days to pay up the fine upon receipt of the letter from the NDPC.

    According to Dr Olatunji, the fine was imposed on Tuesday (yesterday) after a series of efforts geared towards enforcement of the NDPC Act 2023 and ensuring industrial harmony, but the bank’s authorities proved difficult during investigations.

    Olatunji explained that the bank not only violated the NDPC Act, 2023, but aggravated its matter by its arrogance towards constituted authority, and was fined 555 million naira representing 0.1 percent of its annual gross revenue in 2023.

    He added that the fine was the highest fine to be issued by the commission, asserting that the bank showed poor cooperation during the NDPC’s investigation.

    Olatunji said: “Data protection compliance is important and we have stated that non-compliance will be punished. We have penalties that range from N10m or up to 2 percent of gross earnings for the previous year.

    “The whole thing is about awareness for people to be aware of what is in the law, and the data protection ecosystem in Nigeria is still evolving, which is why we need to create more awareness as much as we can to avoid ambiguity.

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    “We have a PPP model to ensure compliance, we have licensed some professionals on data protection, that’s the Data Protection Compliance Organisations of Nigeria.

    “We have licensed about 194 of them, and they go around organizations, private sectors, to take them through compliance in terms of crafting their privacy policy, creating awareness within the organizations.

    “It is about letting them know their obligations under the law and carrying out Data Protection impact assessments, training their staff and registering with us, and submitting their annual report to the commission, with this we will know the level of compliance.

    “The penalty for a data breach is huge if you don’t comply. Penalties can range from 10 million naira even up to 2 percent of their annual gross income for the previous year.

    “However, in most of the breaches we have treated, we look at the level of the breach, the impact, the number of data subjects affected, and the level of cooperation that is involved.

    “Since we started the only time we issued a major penalty was yesterday on the bank.

    “We issued a fine of about 555 million that they have to pay. We observed some breaches, we have been working with them since April 2023 on the investigation, and by the time we finalised, they became arrogant so we decided to issue a full penalty on them, which is about 0.1 percent of the gross earnings for 2023.”

  • Group urges stricter measures to safeguard citizens’ data

    Group urges stricter measures to safeguard citizens’ data

    A  group committed to connecting underserved young Africans with digital opportunities and ensuring the protection of digital rights, Paradigm Initiative (PIN) has called for stricter measures to secure the sensitive data of Nigerians against unauthorized access.

    Addressing a press conference in Lagos, Executive Director of PIN, Mr. Gbenga Sesan noted that it has become necessary to protect citizens’ personal and financial data as several unauthorized websites provide access to sensitive data of Nigerians for commercial gain.

    “Following the XpressVerify incident, a website had been operating in the digital space of Nigeria since November 2023 distributing data of Nigerians for commercial purposes.

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    On its webpage, a drop-down displaying myriads of data services that the website renders can be observed. This includes personal data such as the National Identity Number(NIN), the Bank Verification Number (BVN), a virtual NIN, Driver’s Licence, these are sold by this website to any interested party for the sum of N100 for each data request,” he said.

    He called on all government agencies to implement Sections 30 and 39 of the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 and ensure appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure the security of citizens’ data.

  • Data breaches: Four banks, three other bodies pay N400m fine to FG

    Data breaches: Four banks, three other bodies pay N400m fine to FG

    Vincent Olatunji, the National Commissioner for the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), revealed on Tuesday, June 11, that four major banks and three other institutions have faced sanctions and incurred fines totalling 400 million naira for infractions related to breaches of citizens’ data.

    Olatunji disclosed that over the past year, more than 1000 financial institutions, schools, insurance companies, and consultancy firms have undergone investigations for breaches of citizens’ data.

    He added that ongoing investigations are being conducted concerning data infractions.

    Olatunji also highlighted that the activities of the NDPC have led to increased levels of compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act in both the private and public sectors.

    “When we started, the levels of compliance within the private sector was about 49 percent while the public sector was 4 percent. But today, private sector compliance is above 55, while the public sector has reached 15 percent “, Olatunji said.

    He said as the nation’s data ecosystem is now worth over 10 billion naira, the Commission considered it imperative to ensure that citizens’ data are safe, secure and protected in line with global best standards and practices.

    Olatunji spoke during an interactive session with newsmen at the Abuja Continental Hotel to mark the first anniversary of the signing into law of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission Act by President Bola Tinubu.

    He announced that Nigeria is now at the forefront of the activities of the Global Data Assembly due to the Data Protection Act 2023 and the impact of the data ecosystem on the national economy as nations like Kenya, Ghana, China, Singapore, and Malaysia, among others now share experiences with Nigeria.

    “The Data Protection Act 2023 is a major milestone for Nigeria. Mr President laid our apprehension to rest when he signed the Act on June 12, 2023. It was a major turnaround for the industry. Now the data ecosystem is beyond everybody because it is a global phenomenon due to the impact of technology.

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    “In terms of jobs and wealth creation, promotion of tourism, perception and attraction of foreign direct investments into Nigeria, we have taken a leapfrog and even overtaken some countries.

    “And that’s why Nigeria was given the hosting right for 2024 All African Data Protection Commission’s and Institutions. About 30 countries would be here next year for the event,” Olatunji said.

    He said the Commission has concluded arrangements to train 10,000 public servants in responsible data management, while about 1,000 data protection officers and processors including journalists would undergo training by the NDPC.

    Olatunji said capacity building, awareness creation, and stakeholder engagement have raised the bar for compliance within the ecosystem, stressing that NDPC now partners with the CBN, NCC, SMEDAN, and other regulatory institutions to ensure that stakeholders under their supervision comply with the Data Protection Act.

    To check the activities of digital loan platforms, Olatunji said the NDPC collaborated with CBN, ICPC, EFCC, and other regulatory authorities, lamenting that most of the illegal digital loan platforms had no known or traceable addresses.

    He however said awareness would continue to be created for vulnerable Nigerians who become victims of the loan sharks due to ignorance. He added that the nation’s population and landmass constitute a challenge to a total clampdown on the digital loan sharks as most of them operate from isolated or remote areas without known addresses.

  • Data commission earns N100m from non-compliant organisations

    Data commission earns N100m from non-compliant organisations

    Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has made over N100million as fines from organsaitions that fail to comply with the Act that established the data protection body in the country.

    Its National Commissioner, Dr Vincent Olatunji, who spoke on the sideline of a breakfast meeting with Data Protection Compliance Organisations (DPCOs) in Lagos, however said Commission, preferred moral suasion, adding that imposing fines remained that last option because of the reputational damage such an action does to any business organisation.

    He also threatened to revoke the licences of non-performing DPCOs, recalling that the Commission had revoked the licences of 19 DPCOs over failure to live up to expectation.

    Dr. Olatunji said a lot of the DPCOs were not doing what is right and urged them to embark on aggressive registration of their clients.

    He said the Nigerian data space was replete with opportunities in job creation, adding that the administration of data protection in the country has attracted global attention, an indication that the country was getting it right.

    He said the country would host all the Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) in Africa next year, adding that the NPDC will continue to put mechanisms in place to stimulate economic growth and creation of jobs.

    Dr. Olatunji said it was necessary for DCPOs to look inwards and check the areas where they were not performing well.

    “They need to know that they have a key role to play in strengthening the ecosystem by registering data processors.

    “What we have seen from the end of March till now in terms of registration is very low.

    “The mantle is on them to drive advocacy by talking to their clients on the importance of data protection and why they need to register. It is necessary to increase the number of data controllers and processors,” Olatunji said.

    The national commissioner said that the commission had 291 registered DCPOs, which were evaluated on a regular basis.

    He added that they were regulated based on the quality of what they were doing, noting that it was necessary to know if their performance was deepening data protection in the country.

    On successes, Olatunji said the commission had started working on the roadmap which was launched last year.

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    He said NDPC was putting together mechanisms that would stimulate growth and create jobs.

    Olatunji said that the government was instituting a national certification, noting that with the certification DCPOs could work anywhere.

    Also, the President, Institute of Information Management, Dr Oyedokun Oyewole, said primarily the data protection industry was still emerging.

    He said part of the challenges faced by DCPOs had to do with lack of adequate awareness, adding that a good number of stakeholders in the ecosystem were yet to understand the importance of deepening data protection.

    “The NDPC has been doing a lot to create awareness about data privacy, guidance to businesses and organisations on compliance requirements to foster a culture of responsible data handling across sectors.

    “The commission also needs to intensify efforts on creating more awareness, so that citizens can also understand the importance of data privacy in our increasingly digitised world,” Oyewole said.

    Oyewole said further that the institute had been doing a lot in terms of educating the public by organising information literacy week and digital transformation awareness campaign annually.

  • Data firm celebrates leadership stride at CXO conference

    Data firm celebrates leadership stride at CXO conference

    The Management team of Berkeley Data Strategists has fecilitated Adetokunbo Ajibola, who it described as an emblem of excellence in leadership at the CXO Conference in Dubai.
    In the heart of Dubai, amid the glittering skyline and the pulsating beat of innovation, the CXO Conference unfolded a celebration of leadership, strategy, and vision.
    Among the luminaries recognised for exceptional contributions, ADETOKUNBO Ajibola, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Berkeley Data Strategists, stood out as a beacon of outstanding leadership.
    Ajibola, whose journey from the conceptualisation to the realisation of Berkeley Data Strategists has been nothing short of inspirational, has now been acknowledged on an international platform.
    His vision for leveraging data to drive strategic decisions has not only propelled the organisation to the forefront of the industry but has also set a benchmark for excellence.
    Berkeley Data Strategists, under Ajibola’s stewardship, has emerged as a powerhouse of innovation, offering bespoke data-driven solutions to complex business challenges.
    Ajibola’s leadership style, characterised by foresight, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to integrity, has cultivated a culture of excellence within the organization. This culture not only nurtures talent but also encourages a relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation.

    The recognition at the CXO Conference in Dubai is a testament to Ajibola’s impact on the global stage. It highlights the significance of visionary leadership in navigating the complexities of the modern business landscape.

    Ajibola’s approach to leadership—emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and a data-driven mindset—serves as a blueprint for aspiring leaders across sectors.

    This accolade is not just a personal achievement for Ajibola but also a moment of pride for the entire team at Berkeley Data Strategists. It underscores the company’s role as a leader in the data strategy domain and its contribution to shaping the future of business strategy.

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    The CXO Conference, renowned for bringing together thought leaders and pioneers from various industries, provided the perfect backdrop for this recognition. It is a platform where innovation, leadership, and strategy converge, making it an apt stage for honoring Ajibola’s achievements.

    As we celebrate ADETOKUNBO Ajibola’s recognition, it is a moment to reflect on the power of visionary leadership and its ability to drive change. Ajibola’s journey is a compelling narrative of how innovative thinking, coupled with a commitment to excellence, can create impactful legacies in the business world.

    The future looks bright for Ajibola and Berkeley Data Strategists. With this recognition, they are poised for even greater achievements. Their journey serves as an inspiration to many, proving that with the right vision, leadership, and team, the possibilities are limitless.

    We extend our heartfelt congratulations to ADETOKUNBO Ajibola on this well-deserved recognition. His contributions to the industry are invaluable, and this accolade is a testament to his outstanding leadership. As he continues to lead with innovation and integrity, we look forward to witnessing the continued success and influence of Berkeley Data Strategists in the world of data strategy and beyond.

  • FG probes 17 major cases of data breaches against banks, hospitals schools, others

    FG probes 17 major cases of data breaches against banks, hospitals schools, others

    The federal government on Sunday, January 28, announced that 17 major cases of data breaches and violations are currently being investigated by the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC).

    The national commissioner and chief executive officer of the commission, Vincent Olatunji disclosed at a media briefing at the Continental Hotels, Abuja, as part of activities to mark the 2024 edition of Data Protection Week.

    Olatunji, however, did not disclose details of the probe.

    The 2024 had the theme: “Take control of your data.”

    Olatunji said the investigation spread across financial institutions (banks), technology, education, consulting, lottery and gaming services, and logistics services amongst others.

    According to him over 1000 complaints were received from concerned individuals and corporate bodies about data infractions, while 50 of the cases have been verified, 17 major cases being probed.

    He said the government would wedge the big stick concerned infractions committed against the individuals and corporate bodies to ensure the integrity of the data industry in Nigeria and for compliance with regulations in the sector.

    The NDPC boss disclosed that there are over 220 million data subjects in Nigeria, and the country cannot afford to put them at risk because of the volume of activities in the sector.

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    He said: “With over 220 million data subjects, Nigeria has made significant progress in data exploration. However, unlike the crude oil mined onshore and offshore, data, its volume, value, veracity, velocity, and variety are derived through our activities as well as inactivity.

    “This obviously poses a grave risk of abusive exploitation, assault to privacy and the dignity of the human person and, ultimately, it may put the entire nation in peril if we fail to regulate this value chain.

    “Considering the impact on over 8 Billion people across the globe and the digital economy which is estimated at about 15% of the global GDP, the world cannot afford to let the data value chain grind down to an avoidable disaster.”

    He said the National Data Protection Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan 2023-2027 (NDP-SRAP) comprises 5 pillars and 69 initiatives would implemented by the government in tandem with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.

    Olatunji also through remedial actions for completed cases, NDPC has generated over 400 Million Naira revenue for the government.

    Olatunji added: “In addition, to foster compliance, we have increased the number of Data Protection Compliance Organizations from 103 to 163. As a result of this, annual audit filing has increased to over 2000 per annum while the cumulative revenue in the sector is estimated at 6.2 Billion and approximately 10,100 jobs have been created so far.

    “It is also worthy of note that Nigeria has now been admitted to the Global Privacy Assembly made up of about 130 countries.”