NDPC warns Nigerian content creators on filming without consent
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- •The Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC) issued the warning on March 13, 2026.
- •The NDPC emphasized that filming citizens without their consent is a violation of privacy rights.
- •The government stated that unauthorized public video sharing could lead to sanctions against content creators.
- •The warning applies to all content creators operating within Nigeria's jurisdiction.
- •The Nigerian Federal Government reinforced the NDPC's position with a public statement on March 16, 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If content creators comply with NDPC guidelines and obtain consent before filming then privacy rights of Nigerian citizens will be better protected, and content creators can avoid legal penalties.
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AFRICAPunch (Nigeria)FG warns against unauthorised public video sharingAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)NDPC warns content creators against filming citizens without consentAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)NDPC warns content creators over unauthorised filming of citizensAFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)‘Stop filming Nigerians without consent or face sanctions’, NDPC warns content creators