By 
Abdulaziz Aliyu Ari,
By Dayo Fadairo and Hassan U. Ahmed
Digital transformation and data-protection firm recognised for contributions to Nigeria’s digital economy as WACC 2026 highlights ICT, AI, fintech and digital infrastructure as drivers of economic growth
Switch Solutions Limited has received the Institutional Recognition Award at the 15th West Africa Convergence Conference (WACC) 2026, in recognition of its contributions to Nigeria’s digital transformation, data protection and cybersecurity ecosystem.
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Led by Abdulaziz Aliyu Ari, who also serves as General Secretary of the Association of Licensed Data Protection Compliance Organisations of Nigeria (ALDAPCON), Switch Solutions was also recognised among the 50 Most Influential Figures and Institutions in Nigeria’s Digital Economy.
The recognition came as WACC 2026 brought together policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, technology companies and digital-economy stakeholders to examine Nigeria’s growth trajectory and the role of technology in building a more competitive economy.
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The conference featured a major policy intervention by All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, who called for technology and digital infrastructure to be treated as strategic assets capable of supporting Nigeria’s next phase of economic growth.
Switch Solutions: Driving Data Protection and Digital Transformation
Switch Solutions has positioned itself at the intersection of ICT consulting, data protection, regulatory compliance, software development and digital transformation.
The company provides technology and advisory services designed to help businesses navigate an increasingly digital operating environment while meeting regulatory and cybersecurity requirements.
Its data-protection portfolio includes Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) compliance services, Data Protection Officer-as-a-Service (DPO-as-a-Service), privacy advisory, information-privacy audits, breach remediation and cross-border data governance.
The company also provides technology solutions spanning custom application development, enterprise software, mobile applications and cloud-based systems.
Speaking on the recognition, Ari said the award reflected the company’s commitment to supporting a secure and sustainable digital ecosystem.
“As we stand at the forefront of Nigeria’s digital economy, Switch Solutions Limited is committed to driving innovation and ensuring compliance with the highest standards of cybersecurity.”
He added that the company’s collaboration with key stakeholders in Nigeria’s data-protection ecosystem is aimed at strengthening enterprise confidence and supporting responsible digital growth.
“We believe that by advancing robust data protection services and collaborating with key stakeholders, we can not only transform enterprises but also contribute significantly to the growth of a secure and sustainable digital ecosystem in Nigeria,” Ari said.
Focus on Nigeria Data Protection Act Compliance
A major component of Switch Solutions’ services is helping organisations understand and implement their obligations under Nigeria’s data-protection framework.
The company provides compliance advisory and implementation support covering data-protection assessments, privacy governance, contractual documentation, employee awareness and breach-management processes.
Its DPO-as-a-Service offering is designed to provide organisations with outsourced data-protection expertise and managed privacy programmes.
For companies operating across multiple jurisdictions, Switch Solutions also provides cross-border data-governance services, including data mapping, transfer-impact assessments and supporting legal documentation.
The company also offers:
- Data-protection and privacy advisory services;
- Data-protection training and awareness;
- Data-regulation contract drafting and advisory;
- Privacy breach remediation planning;
- Information-privacy audits;
- Data-privacy breach impact assessments; and
- Data-protection and privacy due-diligence investigations.
These services are increasingly relevant as businesses, government institutions and digital platforms process growing volumes of personal and commercially sensitive information.
WACC 2026 Puts Digital Infrastructure at Centre of Growth Agenda
The recognition of Switch Solutions came against the backdrop of a broader WACC 2026 conversation about the strategic role of technology in Nigeria’s economic development.
In his keynote, APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda argued that digital infrastructure—including fibre networks, data centres, cloud platforms and artificial intelligence computing facilities—should increasingly be treated as a new class of national economic assets.
He called for innovative financing models involving pension funds, sovereign-backed investment vehicles, infrastructure funds, development finance institutions and public-private partnerships to mobilise capital for large-scale digital infrastructure.
According to Yilwatda, countries that build these digital assets will be better positioned to attract investment, create jobs and generate prosperity, while countries that fail to develop them risk remaining primarily consumers of technologies developed elsewhere.
The argument reinforces the growing view that digital infrastructure is no longer simply an ICT-sector concern but an essential component of national economic competitiveness.
MOFI, Regulators and Industry Focus on Execution
The investment argument was reinforced at WACC 2026 by Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Armstrong Ume Takang, who highlighted the role of partnerships in converting underutilised government assets into productive economic infrastructure.
Regulatory and industry perspectives also emphasised the importance of data governance, cybersecurity, digital trust and broadband connectivity in building an economy capable of scaling technology-driven businesses.
The involvement of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) further underscored the growing importance of privacy, responsible data use and regulatory compliance as Nigeria expands its digital economy.
For companies such as Switch Solutions, the convergence of technology, regulation and investment creates a growing market for services that help organisations innovate while remaining compliant.
Data Protection Becomes Critical to Digital-Economy Growth
Nigeria’s transition towards a more data-driven economy is increasing the volume and complexity of personal information being collected and processed by businesses.
Financial technology platforms, telecommunications companies, e-commerce businesses, healthcare organisations, educational institutions and government agencies increasingly depend on digital systems to deliver services.
This expansion creates significant opportunities but also increases exposure to data breaches, cyberattacks, privacy violations and regulatory risks.
Consequently, data protection is becoming an increasingly important component of digital transformation.
The challenge for businesses is no longer simply to digitise operations, but to ensure that the data supporting those operations is secure, responsibly managed and processed in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
Building Trust into Nigeria’s Digital Economy
Switch Solutions’ recognition at WACC 2026 therefore reflects a broader shift in the Nigerian technology ecosystem, where digital transformation is increasingly being evaluated alongside questions of trust, cybersecurity, privacy and regulatory compliance.
As Nigerian companies seek to attract investors and expand into regional and international markets, strong data-governance frameworks can also contribute to business confidence and investment readiness.
This makes the intersection of digital transformation and data protection increasingly strategic to Nigeria’s ambition of developing a larger, more competitive digital economy.
WACC 2026: Technology Moves from Peripheral to Central
The discussions at WACC 2026 pointed to a growing consensus that technology can no longer be treated as a peripheral component of Nigeria’s economic strategy.
ICT, artificial intelligence, fintech, broadband infrastructure, cloud computing, data centres and cybersecurity are increasingly becoming fundamental to productivity, financial inclusion, public-sector modernisation and private-sector competitiveness.
The conference’s emphasis on execution also highlighted the importance of connecting policy ambition with capital, infrastructure, regulation and institutional capacity.
Against this backdrop, the recognition of Switch Solutions places the company within a wider ecosystem of organisations seeking to strengthen the infrastructure, governance and trust required for sustainable digital growth.
A Convergence of Policy, Capital and Digital Innovation
WACC 2026 brought together stakeholders across government, finance, regulation and industry, including institutions such as MOFI, the NDPC, NITDA and Wema Bank Plc.
The convergence reflects an increasingly important reality: Nigeria’s digital transformation will require more than technology companies and entrepreneurs.
It will require patient capital, modern infrastructure, effective regulation, strong data governance, cybersecurity and coordinated public-private partnerships.
For Switch Solutions, its recognition at the conference provides further visibility for its work in helping organisations navigate these interconnected challenges.
As Nigeria seeks to accelerate digital transformation and build a more resilient economy, the ability to combine innovation with security, privacy and regulatory responsibility will increasingly determine which businesses and institutions are best positioned to thrive.
