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CITAD launches two digital initiatives

CITAD launches two digital initiatives
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The Centre for Information Technology and Development has launched two digital communication initiatives, dComms and DANCIT, to promote data privacy, digital freedom and decentralised communication in Nigeria. Zakari said, “These challenges underscored the need to promote alternative digital platforms that prioritise privacy, transparency, community participation and digital freedom.
Context & Background
  • ✦He said many mainstream digital platforms operated business models that relied on collecting and monetising users’ personal information, often without adequate transparency about how the data was processed and shared.
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Thursday:Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, in Bauchi, the Executive Director of CITAD, Yunusa Zakari, represented by the Centre’s Program Officer, Buhari Abba, said the increasing dependence on digital platforms had raised concerns about how users’ personal information was collected, stored and utilised.
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  • ✦The Centre for Information Technology and Development has launched two digital communication initiatives, dComms and DANCIT, to promote data privacy, digital freedom and decentralised communication in Nigeria.
  • ✦Zakari said, “These challenges underscored the need to promote alternative digital platforms that prioritise privacy, transparency, community participation and digital freedom.
  • ✦He said many mainstream digital platforms operated business models that relied on collecting and monetising users’ personal information, often without adequate transparency about how the data was processed and shared.
Key Facts:Thursday: Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, in Bauchi, the Executive Director of CITAD, Yunusa Zakari, represented by the Centre’s Program Officer, Buhari Abba, said the increasing dependence on digital platforms had raised concerns about how users’ personal information was collected, stored and utilised.
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The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has launched two digital initiatives, dComms and DANCIT, to promote data privacy in Nigeria.

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What is the latest development regarding Bauchi State?

The Centre for Information Technology and Development has launched two digital communication initiatives, dComms and DANCIT, to promote data privacy, digital freedom and decentralised communication in Nigeria.

Who are the key organizations or public figures mentioned?

The primary parties identified in this coverage include Bauchi State.

What timeline or key figures were confirmed?

Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, in Bauchi, the Executive Director of CITAD, Yunusa Zakari, represented by the Centre’s Program Officer, Buhari Abba, said the increasing dependence on digital platforms had raised concerns about how users’ personal information was collected, stored and utilised.

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