20/08/2026
It was a privilege to represent the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, at the Data Privacy Implementation Workshop for States, organised by the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) in partnership with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC).
The workshop provided an important opportunity to reflect on the growing responsibility of government in protecting citizens’ personal information, especially as we continue to expand digital systems and public services.
Data protection is not simply about compliance with the law; it is about trust, responsibility and protecting the rights of our citizens. From healthcare and education to taxation, social protection and digital government, the information entrusted to public institutions must be handled with the highest level of care and accountability.
I appreciate the NGF and NDPC for creating this platform for states to share experiences, strengthen capacity and develop practical approaches to implementing the Nigeria Data Protection Act.
As Kano State continues on its path towards more efficient and digital public service delivery, we remain committed to ensuring that innovation goes hand in hand with privacy, security and the protection of our citizens’ rights.
-MSG