NDPC launches forensic probe into UNILAG, Lotus Bank and Hackerbella over student data misuse

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission has launched a forensic investigation into the University of Lagos, Lotus Bank and Hackerbella Ltd, according to THEWILL, over allegations that students’ personal data were used to open bank accounts without lawful consent.

NDPC’s Head of Legal, Enforcement and Regulations, Babatunde Bamigboye, said the probe will examine data-sharing agreements, profiling activities, privacy notices and retention policies to determine compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023.

Investigators will assess whether Data Protection Impact Assessments were conducted. The commission warned institutions handling personal data to ensure lawful, transparent processing or face sanctions.