To property regulate the country’s digital transformation, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) insists on strategic collaboration with the judiciary.
The Executive Vice-Chairman (EVC), NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida. made the call during a workshop for judges in Lagos, recently.
The workshop, with the theme, “The role of the judiciary in accelerating digital transformation in Nigeria,” was organised by NCC in collaboration with the National Judicial Institute (NJI).
Speaking at the occasion, the EVC stated that a functional digital economy should be built on investor and consumer confidence, which, he noted, are impossible in the absence of the rule of law, stressing such remains a critical element of the judiciary.
According to him: “Ensuring and regulating Nigeria’s digital transformation is not a task that the NCC can fulfil alone. It involves strategic collaboration with key partners, and the judiciary remains one of our most important stakeholders in this regard.
“As the digital landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the judiciary stands as a vital pillar in shaping a present and a future where technology serves humanity.
“The judiciary is not simply a bystander observing the digital revolution; instead, it is an active participant, playing a continuous role in shaping the legal frameworks that govern this new technological era.
“The judiciary’s ability to adapt and evolve alongside technological advancements is paramount to ensuring that the benefits of digital transformation are accessible to all, while mitigating potential risks.
“As the digital age advances, judicial officers must constantly adapt to ensure that the rule of law is as effective and enforceable in the online realm as it is in the world of brick and mortar.
“One key challenge lies in adapting existing legal principles to the complexities of emerging and evolving technologies.
“Nigerians are eager to see a new chapter of digital justice, where the roles played by the judiciary are effectively translated and adapted into online contexts, as follows: protecting fundamental rights, enforcing digital contracts and resolving disputes, developing digital jurisprudence and promotion of innovation”.
Maida, also expressed gratitude to the NJI, emphasizing that the workshop will enrich the development of communications law in the country.
