How  NITDA Saved  N22.45bn  For FG

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FG saves N22.45bn through IT clearance regulation - Punch Newspapers
National Information Technology Development Agency(NITDA) has so far saved the sum of N22.45 billion for the Federal Government through the clearance of Information Technology projects of various  Ministries, Departments and Agencies(MDAs) of government.
Mr.Kashifu Abdullahi, the  Director General of NITDA,who  disclosed  this in Abuja at a media briefing to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the agency,noted that with the release of the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), NITDA has created a new industry, stimulated new business models, and empowered thousands of Nigerians through capacity building and skills development.
“We licensed 72 Data Protection Compliance Organizations (DPCOs), created over 2,686 new jobs roles in the industry, developed a new data protection sector valued at around 2.2 billion Naira.
“The agency has also successfully investigated and issued data breach fines to many organisations, including public institutions.  More importantly, other countries are looking up to the Agency for guidance on Data Protection Regulation,” he explained.
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