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NDPC Investigates UNILAG, Lotus Bank, and Hackerbella for Data Violations

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission has launched a forensic investigation into multiple institutions for alleged data protection law breaches.

12 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has initiated a forensic investigation into the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Lotus Bank, and Hackerbella Ltd for alleged violations of data protection laws. The inquiry focuses on the unlawful use of students' data amid growing concerns over data privacy in Nigeria.

According to NDPC, this investigation reflects an ongoing effort to enforce compliance with data protection regulations among educational institutions and other organizations handling personal data.

The NDPC has also issued a warning to Nigerian tertiary institutions, urging them to adhere to existing data protection compliance directives to avoid future liabilities.

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