House of Reps digital committee chairman visits NIMC, assures support

Hon. Adedeji Dhikirullahi Olajide (Odidiomo), Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Digital and Information Communication Technology, has assured the management and staff of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) of the House’s support in enhancing the agency’s cybersecurity measures and data protection capabilities.

Olajide gave this assurance during an oversight visit to the agency’s headquarters in Abuja, accompanied by other committee members.

During his tour of the NIMC facility and discussions with the agency’s Director-General and her management team, Olajide Odidiomo commended the NIMC team for their resilience and commitment despite significant constraints.

He emphasized the nation’s need to prioritize the protection of sensitive personal data and provide NIMC with the necessary resources and infrastructure to safeguard critical citizen data.

The lawmaker also stressed the importance of exploring alternative energy solutions, such as solar power, to ensure the reliability and sustainability of NIMC’s operations.

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Expressing the House’s commitment to the agency’s objectives, Olajide reiterated their dedication to empowering NIMC and ensuring the robust protection of citizens’ sensitive data, which he stated is a crucial step in Nigeria’s digital transformation journey.

He pledged the House leadership’s support in enhancing NIMC’s cybersecurity measures and data protection capabilities to safeguard the nation’s digital landscape and build trust in the country’s digital identity system.