Overview
Introduction In the modern digital economy, personal data has become a critical commercial asset. Organisations routinely rely on third parties to process personal data, increasing exposure to unlawful processing, data breaches, and regulatory sanctions when roles and safeguards are unclear. The Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 (NDP Act), addresses this risk by embedding transparency and accountability at the core of data governance. Central to this framework is the Data Processing Agreement (DPA), a binding instrument that governs the relationship between data controllers and data processors and translates statutory obligations into enforceable contractual duties. Far from a mere formality, the DPA is the foundation of a lawful data processing relationship between a data Controller and a data Processor. In mandating transparency in technical measures and risk assessments, DPAs ensure that data processing is free from prejudice and exploitation. DPAs also serve as a demonstrable commitment to the duty of care, ensuring that personal data is handled professionally to prevent avoidable harm to data subjects. Request the full insight below.
