4.3
LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
In relation to foreign countries and international organizations, the Agency and
relevant authorities shall take appropriate steps to:
a) Develop international cooperation mechanisms to facilitate the effective
enforcement of legislation for the protection of Personal Data;
b) Provide international mutual assistance in the enforcement of legislation for
the protection of Personal Data, including through notification, complaint
referral, investigative assistance and information exchange, subject to
appropriate safeguards for the protection of Personal Data and other
fundamental rights and freedoms;
c) Engage relevant stakeholders in discussion and activities aimed at furthering
international cooperation in the enforcement of legislation for the protection
of Personal Data; and
d) Promote the exchange and documentation of Personal Data protection
legislation and practice, including on jurisdictional conflicts with third
countries.
THIS INSTRUMENT WAS SIGNED THIS 25TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2019
Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami) FNCS, FBCS, FIIM
Director General
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)
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