Nigeria Data Protection Compliance
Our commitment to protecting your personal data in accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) regulations and the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023.
Last updated: September 6, 2025
Compliance with Nigerian Law
Farmnet Technologies & Agro Services Limited is fully committed to complying with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 and regulations established by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC).
🇳🇬 Registration Status: We are registered with the NDPC as a data controller and processor operating within the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Data Protection Principles
Lawfulness
Personal data is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently
Purpose Limitation
Data collected for specific, legitimate purposes only
Data Minimization
Only necessary data is collected and processed
Accuracy
Data is accurate, complete, and up-to-date
Storage Limitation
Data retained only as long as necessary
Security
Appropriate technical and organizational measures
Accountability
Demonstrable compliance with data protection principles
Your Rights Under Nigerian Law
As a data subject under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023, you have the following rights:
Fundamental Rights
Right to Information
Clear information about how your data is processed
Right of Access
Request copies of your personal data
Right to Rectification
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Control Rights
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Object
Object to certain types of data processing
Right to Data Portability
Receive data in a structured, machine-readable format
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal bases as recognized under Nigerian law:
Consent
When you explicitly agree to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes.
Examples: Marketing communications, optional data analytics, social media integration
Contract Performance
Processing necessary for the performance of a contract or to take steps prior to entering into a contract.
Examples: Account creation, payment processing, service delivery, customer support
Legal Obligation
Processing required to comply with legal obligations under Nigerian or international law.
Examples: KYC verification, anti-money laundering compliance, tax reporting, regulatory filings
Legitimate Interest
Processing necessary for legitimate interests pursued by Farmnet or third parties, provided such interests are not overridden by your rights.
Examples: Fraud prevention, platform security, business analytics, improvement of services
Cross-Border Data Transfers
When we transfer your personal data outside Nigeria, we ensure adequate protection through:
Adequacy Decisions
- Transfers to countries with NDPC adequacy decisions
- Recognition of equivalent data protection standards
- Ongoing monitoring of destination country laws
Appropriate Safeguards
- Standard contractual clauses approved by NDPC
- Binding corporate rules for multinational transfers
- International certification schemes and codes of conduct
Current International Partners: Our technology infrastructure and payment processors are located in the United States and European Union, which have appropriate data protection frameworks in place.
Data Protection Impact Assessments
We conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for high-risk processing activities, including:
High-Risk Processing
- Systematic monitoring of farmers and buyers
- Large-scale processing of financial data
- Automated decision-making for credit scoring
- Processing of location and agricultural data
Assessment Process
- Systematic identification of risks to rights and freedoms
- Assessment of necessity and proportionality
- Implementation of risk mitigation measures
- Consultation with NDPC when required
Data Breach Response
In the event of a personal data breach, we follow NDPC requirements:
NDPC Notification
Report data breaches to the NDPC within 72 hours of becoming aware, unless unlikely to result in risk to rights and freedoms.
Individual Notification
Notify affected data subjects without undue delay when the breach is likely to result in high risk to their rights and freedoms.
Documentation
Maintain detailed records of all data breaches, including facts, effects, and remedial actions taken.
Contact Our Data Protection Officer
For data protection matters or to exercise your rights under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023:
Data Protection Officer
dpo@farmnetafrica.com
Direct Line
+234 (0) 123 456 7891
Supervisory Authority:
Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC)
https://ndpc.gov.ng
Email: info@ndpc.gov.ng | Phone: +234 (0) 9 461 9368
NDPC Registration: Farmnet Technologies & Agro Services Limited is registered with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission under registration number [NDPC-REG-001234] as required by Section 28 of the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023.