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AFK Letters Co Ltd fined £90,000 for unlawful marketing activities.

This resulted to a major compliance breach and a hefty fine.

From overlooked policies to third-party data issues, this case is a critical reminder for businesses to review their marketing processes and stay updated with regulatory standards.

Swipe through to learn what went wrong and how to protect your brand from similar risks.

As cyber threats become more sophisticated, attackers are increasingly targeting third-party vendors and suppliers to gain access to critical business systems.

Organisations must take a proactive approach to securing their supply chains by identifying vulnerabilities, enforcing robust security protocols, and fostering accountability at every level.

Read the full article:https://privalexadvisory.com/images/Cybersecurity%20in%20Supply%20Chains.pdf

Landmark Judgment on Data Privacy.

The Araka v. E-Cart case just changed the game for consumer data rights in Nigeria. If your business collects or uses personal data, this is a must-read.

Click the link to read the full breakdown.https://privalexadvisory.com/images/CONSUMER%20DATA%20RIGHTS%20IN%20NIGERIA%20(1).pdf

Today, we celebrate the dedication, resilience, and brilliance of every professional driving progress in the digital age.

At Privalex Advisory, we are proud of our team and the minds behind our mission, We are grateful for their commitment to excellence.
Happy Workers’ Day.

When it comes to data privacy, one small oversight can lead to massive consequences. Finland’s Sambla Group recently found this out the hard way when they were fined €950,000 for exposing sensitive customer data through insecure, personalized URLs.

In this post series, we unpack the details of what went wrong, including the key GDPR breaches and the lack of technical safeguards that triggered the penalty. While this incident happened in Europe, it carries important lessons for businesses globally, especially those operating under Nigeria’s NDPA or the UK GDPR, which mirror many EU GDPR principles.

Wishing you a joyful Easter filled with peace, joy and golden moments,from all of us at PrivaLex Advisory.

In Michael Ashley v HMRC, the UK High Court clarified what counts as a disproportionate effort when responding to Subject Access Requests (SARs) under the UK GDPR.

Swipe to learn:

-What “disproportionate effort” really means
-What’s included and what’s not
-How your organisation can stay compliant.

Stay compliant. Be informed.

A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is not just a checkbox it’s a legal and strategic necessity.

The Telenor ASA case reveals how inadequate DPO structures can trigger regulatory penalties, and highlights key failures in DPO appointment and governance, which serve as a cautionary example for businesses operating under the UK GDPR and the Nigerian Data Protection Act (NDPA).

Do you have the right to say NO to targeted ads?

Tanya O’Carroll challenged Meta (Facebook) in the UK and won!
Find out what this case means for your privacy rights under UK GDPR and Nigerian Data Protection Act.

Swipe to learn how knowing your rights can protect you from unwanted data processing.

Nigeria’s digital future hinges on strong data protection and compliance.
Our latest report explores emerging privacy risks, current regulatory measures, and the challenges shaping data governance in the country.

Download the full report here : https://lnkd.in/gzvWBiH9 (Link in Bio)

We deeply appreciate our esteemed judges for their time, expertise, and dedication in evaluating the submissions for the PrivaLex 2025 Essay Competition. Your efforts made this competition a success, and we are grateful for your commitment.

Meet our incredible judges:
Temitayo Ogunmokun | Tife Ekundayo (CIPP/E, LL.M) | Christina Tueje, IAPP | Gbenga Odugbemi | Victoria Oloni FIP | Adeniyi Ajose | Ilia Dubovtsev | Emmanuel Ido | Kezia V. | Nonso Anyasi | Philip Wasilwa | Manny Obi - CIPP/E, CIPM, FIP

Once again, congratulations to Bakare Isaac the well-deserved winner of the competition.

Thank you for being part of this journey, we look forward to even greater milestones ahead.