Data Protection

In Nigeria, awareness of data protection and privacy continues to grow rapidly, particularly following the enactment of the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023. With increased regulatory enforcement, resulting in fines and penalties exceeding $1 million, and an increase in privacy-related litigation, compliance with Nigerian data protection laws has become a business imperative. At KENNA, our data protection practice is committed to helping clients navigate this complex and evolving regulatory landscape. As a licensed Data Protection Compliance Organisation (DPCO) recognised by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission, we provide end-to-end compliance advisory services.

We work closely with clients to ensure their data processing activities align with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) and other applicable global standards, such as the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We also provide key advisory services in data protection compliance audits, risk assessments, policy development and implementation of governance frameworks, and compliance trainings. Beyond regulatory advisory, our team delivers excellent legal representation in privacy liability suits. Through expert legal advocacy, we have successfully defended organisations in data protection litigation, securing favourable judgments and striking out meritless claims. Our ultimate objective is to empower organisations to build trust, reduce compliance and liability risks, and operate confidently within Nigeria.