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DATA CONTROLLERS &

DATA PROCESSORS

CONFERENCE  2026

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Data Controllers & Data Processors Conference & Awards (hereinafter referred to as “the Conference”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal data in accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 and the General Application and Implementation Directive 2025.

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, processed, stored, disclosed, and protected when individuals interact with the conference including:

  • Event registration

  • Website visits

  • Sponsorship participation

  • Speaker participation

  • Award nominations

  • Media engagement

  • Post-event communications

This policy applies to:

  • Conference participants

  • Speakers and panelists

  • Sponsors and exhibitors

  • Award nominees

  • Media partners

  • Visitors to the conference website

2. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for the processing of personal data related to the conference is:

DATA CONTROLLERS & DATA PROCESSORS CONFERENCE & AWARDS
Address: 60 Allen Avenue, by Adeboye Sholanke, Entrance Gate, First Bank Bus Stop, Ikeja, Lagos.
Email: info@dataprivacyconference.com.ng

Phone Number: 0810-883-3344
Website: www.dataprivacyconference.com.ng

For data protection inquiries, please contact:

Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Email: dpo@dataprivacyconference.com.ng

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

3.1 Identification Data

  • Full Name

  • Organization Name

  • Job Title / Position

  • Photograph

  • Nationality

3.2 Contact Information

  • Email Address

  • Phone Number

  • Business Address

3.3 Professional Information

  • Industry sector

  • Professional role

  • Organization affiliation

 

3.4 Event Participation Data

  • Registration details

  • Session preferences

  • Workshop attendance

  • Awards nomination information

  • Speaking engagements

3.5 Technical Data

When visiting the event website:

  • IP address

  • Device information

  • Browser type

  • Cookies and analytics data

3.6 Media Content

  • Photographs

  • Video recordings

  • Voice recordings

  • Event interviews

These may be captured during the conference for promotional and archival purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed under the following lawful bases pursuant to the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023:

Consent

Where participants voluntarily provide personal data during:

  • Event registration

  • Award nominations

  • Newsletter subscriptions

 

Contractual Obligation

Where data processing is necessary to:

  • Facilitate conference participation

  • Manage sponsorship agreements

  • Provide certificates and attendance records

Legitimate Interest

We may process personal data where necessary to:

  • Improve conference experience

  • Conduct post-event engagement

  • Promote future events

Legal Obligation

Where required to comply with applicable regulatory requirements under Nigerian law.

5. Purpose of Processing Personal Data

Personal data may be processed for the following purposes:

  • Processing conference registration

  • Managing speakers and panel sessions

  • Administering award nominations and selections

  • Event logistics and communication

  • Issuing participation certificates

  • Event security management

  • Networking facilitation

  • Marketing and promotion of future events

  • Publication of conference materials and reports

6. Photography and Media Recording

The conference may capture photographs, audio recordings, and video footage during the event.

By attending the conference, participants acknowledge that:

  • Photographs and videos may be used for promotional purposes

  • Media content may be published on websites, social media, and promotional materials

  • Event recordings may be archived for future reference

Participants who do not wish to appear in recordings may notify the organizers before the event.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Personal data may be shared with the following categories of recipients:

Event Service Providers

  • Registration platform providers

  • Payment processing services

  • Event management vendors

Sponsors and Partners

Limited professional details (such as name and organization) may be shared to facilitate networking opportunities.

Regulatory Authorities

Where required by law or regulatory obligations.

Media Partners

Selected participant information may be used for conference publicity and coverage.

All third parties engaged by the conference are required to maintain appropriate data protection safeguards.

8. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Where personal data is transferred outside Nigeria, such transfers shall comply with the safeguards prescribed under the General Application and Implementation Directive 2025, including:

  • Adequacy determinations

  • Contractual safeguards

  • Standard data protection clauses

9. Data Retention

Personal data shall be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected.

Event Registration Data

5 years

Sponsorship Agreements

7 years

Conference Media Content

Indefinite (for archival and promotional purposes)

Financial Records

As required by law

 

After the expiration of the retention period, personal data shall be securely deleted or anonymized.

10. Security of Personal Data

Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to safeguard personal data including:

  • Secure registration systems

  • Encryption of sensitive data

  • Access control mechanisms

  • Secure data storage

  • Confidentiality obligations for staff

These measures are designed to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of personal data.

11. Data Subject Rights

In accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023, individuals have the right to:

  • Access their personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of personal data

  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing

  • Request data portability

  • Lodge a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission

Requests may be submitted via:

Email: dpo@dataprivacyconference.com.ng

12. Cookies and Website Tracking

The conference website may use cookies and analytics technologies to:

  • Improve user experience

  • Monitor website performance

  • Analyze visitor interactions

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings.

13. Children's Privacy

The conference is intended for professional participants and does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18.

If such data is inadvertently collected, it will be deleted promptly.

14. Complaints and Regulatory Authority

If you believe your personal data has been processed in violation of applicable data protection laws, you may file a complaint with:

Nigeria Data Protection Commission

Website: https://ndpc.gov.ng

15. Updates to this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal, regulatory, or operational requirements.

Updated versions will be published on the conference website.

16. Contact Information

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or data protection matters, please contact:

Conference Organizing Secretariat

Address: 60 Allen Avenue, by Adeboye Sholanke, Entrance Gate, First Bank Bus Stop, Ikeja, Lagos.

Email: info@dataprivacyconference.com.ng

Phone Number: 0810-883-3344
Website: www.dataprivacyconference.com.ng

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