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Africa's Digital Governance Partner
Where Law Meets Digital Trust.
We help private organizations, government institutions and individuals navigate data protection, AI governance, and cybersecurity compliance field. Thereby translating complex regulation into practical action across Africa.
We offer expert legal services for a complex digital world
From compliance audits to AI governance frameworks, we provide the expertise all organizations need to operate responsibly and confidently.
Data Protection & Privacy Compliance
DPO-as-a-Service, DPIAs, Compliance Audit Reports, Privacy Policies, ROPA, Data Breach Response, and full NDPA compliance programs tailored specifically to your organization.
Professional Certification Courses, Executive Workshops, Regulatory Training Programs, and Webinars on Data Protection, AI Governance, and Digital Risk.
Strategic guidance on emerging digital regulations, cross-border data transfers, national AI policy development, and alignment with global best practices.
We offer deep, credible knowledge at the intersection of law, technology, and policy, not just surface-level compliance tick-boxes.
Practical Translation
We convert dense regulatory language into strategies organizations can actually implement and sustain.
African Context
We built it for African regulatory realities and digital growth trajectories, so Africa can take its place in this new world of technology.
Ecosystem Builder
Beyond advisory, we train professionals, build capacity, and strengthen the broader governance ecosystem.
About LawDigits
We are specialist in Digital Governance
LawDigits is a specialized legal and compliance consultancy firm focused on data protection, privacy governance, technology law, artificial intelligence and regulatory compliance. With a strong foundation in human rights, digital governance, and emerging technologies, LawDigits supports private companies, government MDAs and professionals in navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
Our Mission: To deliver innovative, accessible, and high-impact advisory and consultancy solutions that empower clients to achieve compliance, enhance competence, and respond effectively to evolving regulatory and digital realities.
Licensed Partner with a Data Protection Compliance Organisation (DPCO)
Partnered with Nigeria's NDPC in the Digital Privacy Awareness Campaign
Specialists in NDPA, GDPR, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, Nist & OECD Frameworks
Trusted by public institutions, fintechs, universities and development organizations
Highly skilled legal, compliance, and technology professionals with deep expertise in data protection, privacy governance, and regulatory advisory.
Team Lead
Dipo Ige
Team Lead
Legal practitioner specialized in Data Protection law and Artificial Intelligence governance with vast experience in privacy litigations, data protection assessments, AI impact analysis and research. Expert in rendering regulatory consultation services to both public and private actors on complex data matters.
Data Protection Specialist Research AI Governance
Data Protection Lead
Ayomide Ahmed
Data Protection Lead
Legal practitioner specializing in Data Protection, Information Security, and Digital Rights. Advises public and private sector clients on regulatory compliance, governance frameworks, and data protection strategy.
CDPO ISO 27001 Lead Auditor APLA Excellence
Cybersecurity Lead
Dr Kehinde Femi-Adeleye
Cybersecurity Lead
Experienced legal practitioner and data protection professional with strong focus on privacy compliance and regulatory advisory. Advises organizations on building robust data protection frameworks under the NDPA 2023 and NDPC directives.
Data Protection Privacy Compliance Risk Assessment
AI & Emerging Tech Lead
John Paul Anyaegbuna
AI & Emerging Tech Lead
Legal and compliance professional focused on the intersection of law, technology, and public interest. Expertise spans data protection, cybersecurity, fintech regulation, and ethical AI governance, helping organizations navigate complex regulatory environments.
ISO 27001 Privacy by Design AI Governance
Training & Capacity Building
We equip Africa's digital governance professionals with knowledge
Practical, Africa-focused training programs in data protection, AI governance, and cybersecurity compliance for individuals, professionals, and corporate teams.
Two Learning Tiers
General Training for individuals entering the field, and Executive Training for professionals, corporate teams, and regulators seeking strategic fluency.
Regulatory Context
All programs are grounded in Nigeria's NDPA, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, Cybercrimes Act, OECD recommendations, ECOWAS frameworks, and the AU Continental and Nigerian AI Strategy.
Practical & Case-Based
Real case studies, compliance scenarios, and implementation tools to ensure participants leave with skills they can deploy immediately.
Data Protection & Privacy
Data Protection Training Courses
From foundational compliance skills to advanced DPO practice, our data protection courses equip participants to meet Nigeria's NDPA obligations and international privacy standards.
General 2 Days
Data Protection Foundations
A comprehensive introduction to data protection law, principles, and compliance obligations under Nigeria's NDPA and global frameworks.
Key NDPA principles & data subject rights
Lawful basis for processing personal data
Privacy notices & consent management
Data breach identification & response
Introduction to Records of Processing (RoPA)
General 3 Days
NDPA Compliance Practitioner
Hands-on skills for operationalising compliance with the Nigerian Data Protection Act across private and public sector organisations.
NDPA obligations & the role of NDPC
Data mapping & RoPA development
Building a compliance programme
Conducting internal audits
Vendor & third-party management
General 1 Day
Privacy Policy & Notice Drafting
A practical workshop on drafting legally compliant privacy policies, cookie notices, and data processing agreements for Nigerian organisations.
Elements of a valid privacy policy
Layered notices & just-in-time disclosures
Cookie policies & consent banners
Data processing agreements (DPAs)
Live drafting exercises with feedback
General 2 Days
Data Protection Impact Assessments
Learn to identify high-risk processing activities and conduct systematic DPIAs in line with NDPA requirements and international standards.
When & why DPIAs are required
DPIA methodology step-by-step
Risk identification & scoring
Mitigation strategies & residual risk
Documentation & reporting
Executive 2 Days
Data Protection Officer Masterclass
Advanced strategic training for qualified DPOs and senior compliance professionals managing complex data governance environments.
DPO mandate, independence & accountability
Designing enterprise-wide governance frameworks
Cross-border transfers: BCRs, SCCs & adequacy
Regulatory engagement & audit preparation
Breach management & crisis communication
Executive 2 Days
Corporate Privacy Governance Programme
Tailored for legal, compliance, and technology teams in financial institutions, telcos, and large organisations handling sensitive data at scale.
Privacy-by-design for product & operations teams
Data inventory & classification at scale
Third-party risk & vendor onboarding
NDPC audit readiness & regulatory engagement
Building a privacy culture organisation-wide
Executive 1 Day
Board & C-Suite Privacy Briefing
A bespoke executive briefing for boards, CEOs, and senior leadership on strategic privacy risk, regulatory exposure, and governance accountability.
Privacy landscape & enforcement trends in Nigeria
Board oversight responsibilities under the NDPA
Mapping reputational & regulatory exposure
Key questions every board should be asking
Strategic roadmap for privacy maturity
AI Governance & Responsible AI
AI Governance Training Courses
Equipping professionals and organisations to deploy AI responsibly and in line with Nigeria's AI strategy, the AU Continental AI Strategy, and emerging global frameworks.
General 1 Day
Introduction to AI Governance
A foundational program on AI risks, ethics, and governance principles for professionals working in or alongside AI-enabled organisations.
What AI governance means & why it matters
AI risk categories: bias, opacity, safety
Nigeria's AI policy & AU AI Strategy overview
Ethical AI principles in practice
Sector case studies: health, finance, judiciary
General 1 Day
Responsible AI Deployment
Practical skills for professionals responsible for procuring, deploying, or overseeing AI systems within their organisations.
AI procurement checklist & due diligence
Transparency & explainability requirements
Data quality & bias assessment
Human oversight mechanisms
Post-deployment monitoring & audits
General 1 Day
AI & Data Protection Interface
Understanding how data protection obligations apply to AI systems. This covers automated decisions, profiling, and privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs).
Automated decision-making under the NDPA
Profiling: requirements & safeguards
Introduction to PETs: federated learning, SMPC
AI DPIAs & algorithmic impact assessments
Right to explanation in AI contexts
General 3 Days
AI Governance Framework Practitioner
Build and implement an AI governance framework for your organisation aligned with national, continental, and global standards.
Mapping AI systems & risk tiers
Drafting Responsible AI policies
AI ethics board structure & governance roles
Incident reporting & accountability structures
Framework templates & implementation tools
Executive 3 Days
AI Policy & Strategy for Institutions
Designed for government officials, regulators, and institutional leaders developing or overseeing national AI strategies and regulatory frameworks.
Comparative AI regulation: EU, UK, AU, US
Nigeria's draft AI strategy — gaps & opportunities
Developing a risk-based AI regulatory model
Multi-stakeholder consultation frameworks
Regulatory sandboxes & innovation governance
Executive 2 Days
Enterprise AI Risk & Compliance
An advanced programme for risk, legal, and compliance teams navigating enterprise AI adoption, liability, and governance at scale.
AI liability frameworks & legal exposure
Third-party AI vendor risk management
GenAI-specific governance considerations
AI audit trails & documentation standards
Board reporting on AI risks
Executive 1 Day
C-Suite AI Leadership Briefing
A high-impact executive session for CEOs, CTOs, and board members on leading responsible AI adoption and setting governance tone from the top.
The AI governance imperative for leaders
Reputational risk from AI failures — case studies
Setting the board's AI risk appetite
Key questions every leader should ask their AI team
Building a responsible AI brand
Executive Programmes
Governance training at leadership level
Our Executive Training programmes are purpose-built for professionals, corporate compliance teams, legal departments, regulators, and board members who need strategic fluency — not just operational awareness.
Bespoke & Organisation-Tailored
Executive programmes can be customised to your organisation's specific regulatory exposure, sector, and strategic objectives.
Certificate of Completion
All participants receive a LawDigits Certificate of Completion, with executive programmes eligible for CPD credit recognition.
Post-Training Advisory Support
Executive clients receive 30 days of follow-on advisory access to apply learnings within their organisations.
80+
Professionals trained
20+
Corporate clients
20+
Programme formats
5+
Years delivering
Learning Pathway
Your journey from awareness to mastery
Whether you're starting out or advancing your practice, LawDigits has a programme at every stage of your professional development.
1
Awareness
General training programs providing foundational knowledge in data protection, AI governance, and digital rights — no prior expertise required.
2
Practitioner
Intermediate programs building hands-on compliance and governance skills for professionals implementing frameworks in their organisations.
3
Specialist
Advanced executive programmes for DPOs, legal counsels, compliance officers, and technology leaders managing complex governance environments.
4
Strategic Leader
Board-level and institutional programmes equipping executives and regulators to set governance direction and manage AI & privacy risk strategically.
Upcoming Programmes
Scheduled training dates
Reserve your spot early — cohort sizes are limited to ensure quality engagement.
Programme
Category
Format
Date
Price
Status
Action
Data Protection Documentation Practical Course
General
Online · Live
11 April 2026
₦20,000
Open
Conducting a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)
General
Online · Live
16 April 2026
₦20,000
Open
AI & Data Protection Law Foundational Class
General
Online · Live
18–19 April 2026
₦30,000
Open
Conducting a Legitimate Interest Assessment (LIA) Practical Class
Executive
Online · Live
24 April 2026
₦10,000
Filling fast
Creating an Internal Data Protection Framework Course
General
Online · Live
29-30 April 2026
₦30,000
Open
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Published Articles
22
Templates Available
3.8k
Total Downloads
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Free Resources
Articles & Research
Latest insights & analysis
Expert commentary on data protection enforcement, AI regulation, and digital governance across Africa.
Unlocking AI Without Losing Privacy: How Nigeria Can Adopt PETs Through Federated Learning To Create Problem-Solving AI Models
AIDeployment
This article, developed as part of a broader knowledge initiative by LawDigits in collaboration with Assessed Intelligence, seeks to demystify these emerging concepts, situate them within Nigeria’s evolving digital infrastructure, and provide a practical pathway for adopting PETs particularly Federated Learning across key sectors of the Nigerian economy.
AI Governance
Webinar Summary: Accountability, Governance & Ethical Boundaries Who Bears Responsibility for AI-Generated Harm
AI PolicyAfrica
The webinar examined how responsibility should be allocated across the AI ecosystem and considered the implications for countries such as Nigeria that largely depend on foreign-developed AI technologies.
Data Protection
Digital Rights and Accountability: Interrogating and Implementing the Nitda Code of Conduct
Enforcement Social Media
The webinar examined the NITDA Code of Practice and its role in shaping a safer, more accountable digital environment in Nigeria. Speakers explained that as online platforms grow, both platforms and content creators must take responsibility for the content shared. Platforms are required to remove harmful content quickly, cooperate with authorities, and be transparent, while creators must avoid spreading unlawful material but retain the right to appeal unfair takedowns.
Cross-border Data Transfer
Balancing Innovation & Sovereignty: Nigeria's CBDT Framework in context of the global economy
Cross-BorderRisk
The LawDigits team organised a webinar which explored Nigeria’s approach to cross-border data transfers. The webinar brought together legal practitioners, data privacy professionals, policymakers, and technology experts to examine how Nigeria can facilitate free data flows that fuel innovation while safeguarding its sovereignty and protecting citizens’ privacy.
Free Course
Principles of Data Processing
BasicImportant
Free course material on the basic principles of data processing. This is a training material from our public class on the subject
Policy
The Data Subject's Right to be Forgotten
PolicyRTBF
Free course material on the right of data subject to be forgotten. This is a training material from our public class on the subject
Compliance Templates
Ready-to-use legal & compliance instruments
Professional templates designed for Nigerian and International regulatory contexts. Free starter documents for individuals; advanced instruments for compliance professionals and organizations.
Standard Templates Free & Low-cost
Essential compliance documents for individuals, startups, and organizations beginning their data protection journey.
Website Privacy Policy
Comprehensive, NDPA-compliant privacy policy template for websites and apps.
Regulator and data-subject notification letter templates aligned with NDPA 72-hour reporting requirements.
Word
Data Processing Agreement (DPA)
Standard controller-processor agreement aligned with NDPA requirements.
WordPDF
Data Retention Policy
Template retention schedule covering personal data categories, retention periods, and lawful deletion procedures.
WordExcel
Data Subject Rights Procedure
Step-by-step procedure for handling access, rectification, erasure, portability, and objection requests.
WordPDF
Advanced Professional Templates Premium
Complex, expert-level instruments for DPOs, legal counsels, compliance officers, and organizations navigating sophisticated data governance obligations.
Premium
Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)
Full DPIA methodology aligned with NDPA and GDPR standards. Includes risk scoring matrix and mitigation register.
WordExcelPDF
Premium
AI Impact Assessment Template
Structured assessment covering bias, transparency, accountability, safety, and regulatory compliance.
WordExcel
Premium
Records of Processing Activities (ROPA)
Enterprise-grade ROPA with sector-specific registers and automated risk flagging.
ExcelPDF
Premium
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Cross-border data transfer SCCs adapted for Nigeria-to-international transfers under the NDPA.
WordPDF
Premium
Compliance Audit Report (CAR)
Annual data protection audit report meeting NDPC filing requirements. Includes findings register and corrective action plan.
WordExcelPDF
Premium
AI Governance Framework Template
End-to-end AI governance framework covering policy, roles, risk tiers, procurement, incident reporting, and ethical review.
WordPDF
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Awareness Events Held
2000+
People Reached
03
Institutions Visited
6
States Covered
CSR
Our Responsibility to Society
More than compliance, it is public empowerment.
At LawDigits, we know data protection, AI ethics, and Digital rights are not just concerns for organisations and regulators, they are fundamental rights of every Nigerian and every African citizen.
Through our CSR outreach programme, we take these conversations out of boardrooms and into communities, campuses, hospitals, and congregations where they matter most. Our awareness events are entirely free, facilitated by our legal and technology experts.
Know Your Data Rights
We educate citizens on their rights under the NDPA 2023. This includes the right to access, correct, delete, protect and object to the use of their personal data.
AI Must Be Used Ethically
We explain how AI systems affect everyday decisions from LLMs to crosschecking spellings or drafting documents and what ethical deployment should look like.
Digital Safety for All
Practical cybersecurity awareness, protecting personal data online, recognising scams, and safeguarding privacy in a connected world.
2026 AD · OUR COUNTRY, OUR PEOPLE
Upcoming Awareness Events
This year, LawDigits is bringing digital rights awareness to multiple institutions and will be commencing public AI projects. All events are free, open to the public, and facilitated by our legal and technology experts.
23Apr
Upcoming
Achievers University
Data Privacy & AI Awareness — What the students need to know about new technologies
An awareness session for students, staff, and the public on protecting personal data, preventing digital fraud, and understanding AI tools being used in the modern world. We will explore the concept of privacy and why it is important to protect it. This is in collaboration with the University Management.
28June
Upcoming
St. Thomas Anglican Church, Isinkan, Akure
Congregation Data Rights - Privacy and Church in the Digital Age
A dedicated session for the congregation, administrative staff, and pastors on data rights under the NDPA and the ethical use of AI in decision-making. Churches processes vast amount of personal data so it is usually an overlooked data controller. This is in collaboration with the Church
01Jul
Upcoming
Commencement of Public AI Project (Lassa Fever)
AI In Real Life - Solving a Nigerian Problem with AI
With our partner, ProlixusAI, we will commence the first phase of the Lassa Fever project. We aim to use AI models to recognize patterns, analyse symptoms, behaviours, predict prescriptions, preventive measures, possible side effects of medications and proactive controls. This project will be done in collaboration with state governments as well as major actors in the health and pharmaceutical sector.
Past Outreach Events
Where we've been so far
From lecture halls to community centres, our team has delivered digital rights awareness across Nigeria, reaching students, healthcare workers, civil servants, and everyday citizens.
Featured
NDPC Digital Privacy Awareness Campaign (DPAC) — National Partnership
LawDigits partnered with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission to deliver the Digital Privacy Awareness Campaign (DPAC), educating Nigerian Students on their rights under the NDPA.
14 November 2025 · Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja
Awareness Seminar
The First Location
Adekunle Ajasin University, Ondo State
23 July 2025
Community Outreach
Digital Literacy & Privacy Rights for Lawyers and Community Leaders
Ikare-Akoko, Ondo State
25 September 2025
University
DPAC Program in partnership with the NDPC
University of Lagos, Lagos State
30 January 2026
University
Project ProtectData — Awareness Program for Universities
Adekunle Ajasin University, Ondo State
24 July 2025
Community
AI-Impact on Law Enforcement Lecture organised by Paradigm Initiatve
Abuja Continental, Abuja
21 August 2025
Conference
NADPA-RAPDP Conference hosted by the NDPC
Abuja Continental, Abuja
07 May 2025
Get Involved
Want to be part of this mission?
There are three ways to join LawDigits in building a digitally literate, rights-aware Nigeria.
Host an Event
Invite LawDigits to your institution — University, Hospital, Church, Mosque, Company, Community or Organisation. We'll design a tailored awareness session at a relative cost.
Help us reach more Nigerians. Corporate sponsors enable LawDigits to travel further, produce materials, and expand our outreach programme to underserved communities across the country.
Are you a legal or technology professional passionate about digital rights? Join our volunteer facilitator pool and help deliver awareness sessions in your state or region.
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Legal & Compliance
Privacy Policy
Effective: 1 January 2026 · Last updated: 9 April 2026
1. Who We Are
LawDigits (a trading name of LawDigits Data Privacy Consultancy Ltd) is a digital governance consultancy based in Nigeria, specialising in data protection, artificial intelligence governance, and cybersecurity compliance. We are the data controller for information collected through this website.
We collect information you provide directly to us:
Contact enquiries — your full name, email address, phone number, subject, and message when you use the contact form.
Event registrations — first name, last name, email, phone number, organisation, and professional role when you register for a free awareness event.
Training enrolment enquiries — name, email, phone, organisation, and role when you express interest in a training programme.
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Resource uploads — name, email, organisation, resource file, and pricing information when you submit a resource for publication.
We also collect limited technical data automatically: your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This data is used solely for security and aggregated analytics.
3. Legal Bases for Processing
Under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 (NDPA) and applicable data protection law, we process your personal data on the following lawful bases:
Consent — for newsletter communications and non-essential cookies (you may withdraw consent at any time).
Contract performance — to process template purchases, deliver downloads, and respond to training enquiries.
Legal obligation — to retain transaction records and comply with regulatory requirements.
Legitimate interests — to improve our website, prevent fraud, and maintain the security of our services, where this does not override your rights.
4. How We Use Your Information
Respond to your enquiries and provide the services you have requested.
Send event confirmation and reminder emails.
Deliver template download links and purchase confirmations.
Contact you about training programmes you expressed interest in.
Review and publish community-contributed resources (with your permission).
Maintain records of transactions for accounting and compliance purposes.
Improve our website and services through aggregated, anonymised analytics.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.
5. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device. We use three categories:
Necessary cookies — required for the site to function (session management, security tokens). These are always active and cannot be disabled.
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You can change your cookie preferences at any time using the button below, or by clicking Cookie Settings in the footer.
6. Third-Party Services
Email delivery — we use a transactional email service (configured via SMTP) to send confirmation emails. We share only the email address and name required to deliver the message.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:
Contact and event enquiries — up to 2 years, or until you request deletion.
Transaction records (template purchases) — 2 years, as required by Nigerian tax and accounting law.
Training enquiries — 12 months from your last interaction.
Resource submissions — for the duration the resource remains published, plus 1 year.
8. Your Rights Under the NDPA 2023
As a data subject, you have the right to:
Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification — ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure — request deletion of your data where there is no lawful reason for us to continue processing it.
Data portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Object — object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Withdraw consent — where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
Lodge a complaint — with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) at ndpc.gov.ng.
To exercise any of these rights, email us at dpo@thelawdigits.com with the subject line "Data Subject Request". We will respond within 2 days.
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure, including encrypted storage, rate-limiting on our forms, and HMAC-signed download links.
10. International Transfers
Your data is primarily processed and stored within Nigeria. Where any data is transferred to a service provider in another jurisdiction, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place consistent with the NDPA 2023, including standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions where applicable.
11. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed at persons under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately and we will delete it.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact & Complaints
For any privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, please contact our Data Protection Officer: Ayomide Ahmed