Olumide Babalola LP has been honored as the Data Protection and Privacy Law Firm of the Year 2025 at the inaugural PICCASO Awards Africa, in a celebration of Africa’s burgeoning digital governance landscape. The prestigious ceremony, held on December 3 in Accra, recognized the firm’s pioneering role in safeguarding privacy and data rights across the continent.
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The PICCASO Awards, a globally acclaimed program originating from the United Kingdom, is spearheaded by a non-profit special interest group comprising veteran privacy and data protection experts. Renowned for its rigorous standards, the awards have long spotlighted excellence in the UK, Europe, and beyond, recognizing innovators in data privacy, cybersecurity, compliance, and ethics who redefine global benchmarks.
This debut African edition represents a pivotal step forward, highlighting the ingenuity and leadership driving the continent’s privacy ecosystem. It pays tribute to Data Protection Authorities (DPAs), privacy professionals, civil society organizations, and forward-thinking innovators, while elevating homegrown African solutions and underscoring the region’s growing influence in global digital rights and governance.
For Olumide Babalola LP, the accolade validates its steadfast commitment to advancing data protection and privacy law. Beyond its Nigerian roots, the firm has expanded its influence across Africa, delivering incisive legal advocacy, shaping policy through thought leadership, and guiding organizations toward robust regulatory compliance in an increasingly digital world.
“This recognition is a testament to our team’s relentless pursuit of excellence in protecting digital rights and fostering ethical innovation,” said Olumide Babalola, Founding Partner of Olumide Babalola LP. “We are honored to contribute to Africa’s digital future and remain dedicated to empowering stakeholders across the continent.”
As African nations navigate complex data regulations and cyber threats, awards like these signal a maturing framework for privacy that balances growth with accountability. Olumide Babalola LP’s triumph sets a high standard, inspiring peers to advance equitable and secure digital ecosystems.
The firm expressed gratitude to the PICCASO Awards organizers and the broader privacy community for this milestone. Congratulations to Olumide Babalola LP and its exceptional team on this well-earned achievement.
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