NCC CEO Dr. Aminu Maida Opens 2024 Judges’ Workshop on Legal Challenges in Digital Transformation
NCC CEO Dr. Aminu Maida Opens 2024 Judges’ Workshop on Legal Challenges in Digital Transformation
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) launched the 2024 Annual Workshop for Judges on Legal and Regulatory Issues in the Communications Industry in Lagos today. Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the NCC, welcomed the judiciary’s participation at the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, highlighting the role of the judiciary in steering Nigeria’s digital transformation.
With the theme *The Role of the Judiciary in Accelerating Digital Transformation in Nigeria,* this year’s workshop, conducted in partnership with the National Judicial Institute (NJI), aims to align judicial perspectives with the technological advancements driving the nation’s economy. "This workshop reflects our commitment to building an understanding between the NCC and judiciary that will further digital transformation efforts in Nigeria," Dr. Maida said. He underscored the workshop’s potential to support judges in navigating evolving legal landscapes impacted by digital innovation.
Dr. Maida outlined the NCC's mandate under the National Communications Act of 2003 to develop an efficient, accessible communications framework that underpins Nigeria’s digital economy. He emphasized the recent Presidential Order designating telecommunications infrastructure as Critical National Information Infrastructure, safeguarding it against vandalism, theft, and disruptions. This designation, he noted, provides critical protections for the infrastructure essential to Nigeria’s connectivity, enacted through collaboration between the NCC, the Office of the National Security Adviser, and the Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy.
"The judiciary’s active role in adapting and evolving with technological advancements is crucial for maintaining the rule of law in both online and offline realms," Dr. Maida noted. He highlighted key areas where the judiciary’s role intersects with digital transformation, including safeguarding privacy rights, enforcing digital contracts, developing digital jurisprudence, and fostering innovation.
Dr. Maida encouraged judges to explore the implications of the Presidential Order during the workshop, aiming to foster judicial discretion in handling cases that involve Nigeria’s telecommunications infrastructure. “Your insights and rulings will directly impact the stability and security of our digital infrastructure and contribute to investor and public confidence in the rule of law,” he stated.
The workshop will continue over the next few days, featuring presentations and discussions with industry experts. It is expected to advance judicial understanding of communications law, supporting the NCC's vision for a resilient digital economy.
Dr. Maida concluded by expressing gratitude to the NJI and all participants for their commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s judicial and digital landscapes.
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