Expert urges FG to digitise civil service for efficiency
Gabriel Akinremi, a data privacy and protection expert, has urged the federal government to digitise the civil service for efficiency and enhance service delivery and data protection.
Mr Akinremi gave the advice on Wednesday in Abuja in commemoration of Global Data Privacy Day.
Data Privacy Day is globally celebrated on January 28 to raise awareness on protecting personal information and promoting privacy practices.
According to Mr Akinremi, Nigeria must keep up with governments around the world that are digitising public services to improve the service and offer digital protections and privacy for civil servants’ identities.
“As the digital transformation of governmental operations is gaining momentum worldwide, Nigeria should not be an exception,” he said.
He said the introduction of the National Identity Management Commission was central to Nigeria’s efforts at modernising public services and streamlining interactions with citizens.
Mr Akinremi said transforming the digital identity management in Nigeria’s civil service would reduce the threats, breaches, losses, and misuse of civil servant data.
He also said the digitisation of the civil service would significantly improve the service, aid effective monitoring, and improve public sector transparency and accountability.
“Digital transformation will ensure compliance with rules and regulations and, most importantly, ensure the protection and privacy of civil servant data. It would also improve the resilience of digital identity systems and advance the privacy rights of Nigerian civil servants,” he said.
According to him, the enactment, implementation, and enforcement of compliance with data protection regulations in the civil service remain crucial for its digitisation.
Mr Akinremi urged the government to invest in standard cybersecurity technologies and skilled personnel to prevent cyber-attacks on civil service databases.
He gave advice on the need for regular audits and assessments of digital identity systems to easily identify threats and vulnerabilities and provide swift solutions to dangers.
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission recently launched the National Certification Programme for Data Protection Officers.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
Heading 2
Klopp agrees to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach
Nagelsmann resigned last week as the men’s national team coach following Germany’s shocking exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Health
FG expands cancer funding, local drug production
“We are trying to domesticate expensive treatments by producing much-needed medicines locally and translating global research into action in our clinics,” he said.
Heading 3
Remi Tinubu begs Asake, Davido, Burna Boy to come rescue poor Nigerians from hunger
The first lady stated that buying exotic cars is good, but noted that the singers can still establish foundations to assist the struggling population.
Heading 5
State police may be misused for political victimisation if systemic corruption persists, Anglican bishop says
“If corruption remains prevalent, those in state authority might use the structure to victimise their perceived enemies,” he said.
Heading 2
Lagos urges residents to take ownership of housing estates, maintain infrastructure
The state government noted that taking such responsibility would also enhance security and sustain property value.
States
Gov. Uzodimma urges Imo youths to embrace skills development
He charged the youths to be positive change makers.
