Short video platform, TikTok, has pledged to fully cooperate with Nigerian authorities as the Nigeria Data Protection Commission investigates the platform over alleged data breaches.

This development comes as the agency last week launched an investigation into TikTok and Truecaller following public complaints and independent findings suggesting possible violations of Nigeria’s Data Protection Act 2023.

In response to an inquiry from The PUNCH, TikTok emphasised its commitment to user privacy and data security.

“Protecting the privacy and security of our community’s data is among our top priorities. We look forward to cooperating with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission,” a TikTok spokesperson said via email.

The probe aims to determine whether the platforms collected, stored, or shared users’ data without proper consent or legal compliance.

The commission has stated that its approach prioritizes remediation over immediate punitive measures, allowing companies to address any violations.

However, regulatory actions may follow based on the investigation’s findings.


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