Nigeria: Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission issued note on Google’s decision to block digital lending apps on its Play Store from accessing sensitive personal information

On 12 April 2023, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), alongside collaborators on the Joint Regulatory and Enforcement Taskforce (JRTF), announced its support towards Google’s decision to block digital lending apps on its Play Store from accessing sensitive personal information such as contacts, photos, and call logs. Google’s policy complements the FCCPC's Limited Interim Regulatory Framework for Digital Lending, which aims to address abusive practices and provide safeguards for consumers.