The Youth Data Protection Awareness and Training Program is a national initiative aimed at equipping Nigerian youths with knowledge and skills in data protection and privacy compliance. It is organized by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development (FMYD) in partnership with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC).
When is the Application Deadline:
Not specified — Register as early as possible before the launch date on July 25, 2025.
📚 Which Fields Are Eligible?
- Data Protection
- Cybersecurity
- Digital Rights & Privacy Compliance
- Technology Policy & Law
- Other tech-related and digital transformation fields
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📌 Type:
- Awareness & Capacity-Building Training Program
👤 Who Can Apply?
- Young Nigerians, particularly youth interested in:
- Data privacy
- Tech law and policy
- ICT and cybersecurity careers
✅ How Are Applicants Selected?
- Open registration on a first-come, first-served basis
- Selected participants may be notified via email or SMS
🌍 Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Nigeria only
📍 Where Will the Award be Taken?
- Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja, Nigeria
- Physical, in-person training during the official launch
🔢 How Many Awards?
- Not specified; depends on venue capacity and partner support
🎁 What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Free, in-person training on data protection principles
- Awareness of Nigeria’s Data Protection Act
- Networking opportunities with experts and stakeholders
- Possible certificates or participation acknowledgment
⏳ How Long Will the Award Last?
- Training program launches on July 25, 2025
- Duration of the training day/session will be announced by organizers
📝 How to Apply:
- Register online here: bit.ly/3GndF2h
🔗 Visit the Award Webpage for Details: https://yid.fmyd.gov.ng/data-protection-training-for-nigerian-youths/
There is no full website at the moment, but key updates may be shared via:
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- FMYD Twitter (@fmydNG)
- For inquiries:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: 0802 451 8586 / 0814 275 3884
