In the news:
- Dr. Vincent Olatunji, CEO of NDPC, has been nominated for the prestigious Giovanni Buttarelli Award 2024,
- The Award recognizes exceptional leadership and efforts in fostering international collaboration in data privacy.
- Nigeria’s data privacy ecosystem has witnessed significant growth under the leadership of Dr. Olatunji.
The National Commissioner/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji has been nominated for the Giovanni Buttarelli Award 2024.
The award through the Global Privacy Assembly recognises an individual’s outstanding leadership and exceptional efforts in fostering international collaboration.
This nomination highlights Dr. Olatunji’s commitment to driving innovation, expanding global partnerships, and promoting a collaborative approach within the data privacy and protection ecosystem.
Under Dr. Vincent Olatunji’s visionary leadership, Nigeria’s Data Privacy ecosystem has witnessed remarkable growth through key milestones such as deepening the knowledge of data protection and privacy in all public and private institutions.
There has also been remarkable growth in judicial recognition of the adequacy principle in cross-border data transfer, playing key roles in regional and global data privacy ecosystems, the commencement of bilateral cooperation with other jurisdictions, licensing of data protection compliance organisations, the commencement of national data protection certification process, among others.
Dr. Olatunji’s strategic and innovative initiatives have been instrumental in forging strong international partnerships, driving sustainable growth, and fostering a culture of collaboration that has not only propelled the NDPC to new heights but also set a benchmark for international cooperation and industry standards.
The Giovanni Buttarelli Award celebrates leaders who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and/or promoted collaboration at a regional or international level in the field of data privacy and protection.
Nominees are evaluated based on their contributions to projects that have led to the development of innovative concepts or practices, which have significantly impacted the thinking in the international data protection and privacy community, partnerships, and initiatives that enhance global cooperation and development.
Responding to the nomination, Dr. Vincent Olatunji expressed his gratitude and emphasised the importance of collective effort in achieving global progress.
“I am deeply honoured to be nominated for the Giovanni Buttarelli Award 2024,” said Olatunji. “This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team at NDPC.
“It underscores the power of collaboration and the remarkable outcomes we can achieve when we work together across borders. I am excited to continue our journey, driving innovation and fostering partnerships that positively impact globally,” he said.
