Abuja, Nigeria — November 12, 2025
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has expressed its commitment to partnering with the organizers of the Innovation & Technology Summit (InnTech) 2025 to promote responsible innovation, ethical data governance, and trust in Africa’s digital economy.
The partnership was formalized when the InnTech Summit organizing team, led by Mr. Taopheek Babayeju, Director of InnTech Summit and CEO of iCentra; Mr. Rex Abitogun, Technical Lead of InnTech and CEO, Management Edge and Ms. Opeyemi Odunsi, Legal Counsel, InnTech paid a courtesy visit to the National Commissioner/CEO of NDPC, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.
During the visit, the InnTech team briefed the Commission on the forthcoming InnTech Summit 2025, themed “AI, Digital Economy, and Sustainability,” scheduled to hold on November 25, 2025, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja. The Summit will bring together stakeholders from across government, business, academia, startups, and development agencies to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital innovation can accelerate Africa’s inclusive and sustainable growth.
Strengthening Collaboration for Data-Driven Transformation
Speaking during the visit, Dr. Vincent Olatunji welcomed the initiative and emphasized the Commission’s commitment to ensuring that data protection, digital trust, and responsible governance remain at the heart of Nigeria’s innovation and technology ecosystem.
“At the NDPC, our role is to ensure that innovation happens in a safe, trusted, and rights-respecting environment. We are delighted to collaborate with the InnTech Summit in promoting awareness and conversations that balance innovation with accountability,”
— Dr. Vincent Olatunji, National Commissioner, NDPC.
In his remarks, Mr. Taopheek Babayeju commended NDPC’s leadership in institutionalizing data protection and regulatory trust in Nigeria’s digital economy, noting that the Commission’s involvement in the Summit will help enrich continental dialogue on AI and governance.
“We see data as the currency of the digital economy. The NDPC has become a model for data protection and ethical digital transformation across Africa. This partnership will help advance the conversation around AI regulation, data responsibility, and sustainable innovation,”
— Mr. Taopheek Babayeju Director, InnTech Summit.
Collaboration Areas
Under the partnership, the NDPC will serve as a Strategic Regulatory Partner for InnTech Summit 2025, contributing to discussions on AI governance, data ethics, and digital rights.
The Commission will also participate in the Fireside Chat on Regulatory and Ethical Frameworks for AI and Data Governance — a key session at the Summit dedicated to strengthening Africa’s policy environment for responsible innovation.
Mr. Taopheek Babayeju, Director of InnTech Summit and CEO of iCentra, added that NDPC’s involvement reaffirms Nigeria’s position as a leader in shaping Africa’s data-driven economy.
“We are proud to have NDPC’s partnership in this journey. As Africa transitions into an AI-powered digital era, trust and ethics must anchor our progress. NDPC’s leadership in this area is vital to ensuring that innovation remains human-centered and sustainable,”
— Mr. Taopheek Babayeju, Director, InnTech Summit.
About InnTech Summit 2025
The InnTech Summit is Africa’s leading platform for shaping the future of innovation, technology, and sustainability.
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About InnTech Summit
The Innovation & Technology Summit (InnTech Summit) is an annual premier platform for leaders and innovators shaping Africa’s digital and sustainable future.
Promoted by iCentra, in collaboration with strategic partners, the summit serves as a high-level, multi-stakeholder forum designed to foster dialogue, showcase innovation, and inspire collaborative action toward a digitally empowered and environmentally conscious Africa.
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