Nigeria: Nigeria Data Protection Commission opened an investigation into Remita Payment Services, Sterling Bank, and other entities over alleged data breach

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Nigeria Data Protection Commission opened an investigation into Remita Payment Services, Sterling Bank, and other entities over alleged data breach

On 1 April 2026, the Data Protection Commission (NDPC) opened an investigation into an alleged data breach involving Remita Payment Services, Sterling Bank, and other entities. The investigation covers the types of personal data involved, the nature…

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Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Cybersecurity regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority

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2026-04-01
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On 1 April 2026, the Data Protection Commission (NDPC) opened an investigation into an alleged data…