The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), in collaboration with Meta Inc., has translated the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 into the three major indigenous languages: Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba.
This initiative is aimed at promoting inclusivity, accessibility, and public awareness of data protection rights among Nigerians, especially those with limited English proficiency.
Key details of the translation project:
- Languages: Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba.
- Partner: Meta Inc..
- Objective: To enable more Nigerians, regardless of their literacy level or linguistic background, to understand their rights as data subjects, how their personal data is collected and used, and the opportunities within the data protection ecosystem.
- Unveiling Events: The translated versions were publicly unveiled in different regions of the country. The Yoruba version was launched in Lagos, the Hausa version in Kano, and the Igbo version in Enugu.
- Alignment with National Agenda: The initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which emphasizes digital inclusion and empowering Nigerian youths through digital opportunities.
- Grassroots Support: The launch events saw significant participation from traditional rulers, local government officials, youth representatives, religious leaders, and community members, highlighting strong grassroots engagement in advancing data protection awareness.
