NDPC Investigates INEC Over Emeka Ike's Alleged Voter Data Leak

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has launched an investigation into claims of a voter information leak involving actor and politician Emeka Ike. The NDPC has engaged both the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Ike as part of its inquiry. NDPC National Commissioner Vincent Olatunji emphasized the urgency due to implications for electoral integrity and public trust. This probe follows controversy after an aide to the FCT Minister shared what appeared to be Ike's voter registration details, obtained from an INEC portal. INEC has denied a major breach, attributing the incident to the misuse of internal credentials.

This investigation is crucial for maintaining public trust in electoral processes and ensuring the security of sensitive voter data.