Leading companies from Nigeria joined Google West Africa at a roundtable to discuss the shift towards privacy-first marketing as third-party cookies are phased out.
The forum brought together leaders from FairMoney, Konga, Mondelez, Stanbic IBTC, and Zenith Bank PLC.
They highlighted a collective commitment to redefining consumer engagement in the digital age.
Businesses recognise that building consumer trust is essential in a world that increasingly values privacy. In this new era, adapting marketing strategies to be more privacy-focused is not just a necessity but a strategic move towards building sustainable customer relations.
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This transition challenges businesses to innovate while maintaining transparency and respect for consumer data privacy, turning potential constraints into avenues for deeper consumer engagement.
“Customer trust is the new currency,” noted Felicia Otolorin, Senior Industry Lead, West Africa, Google.
“Consumers are demanding more control over their data, and the savviest businesses are seeing this shift as an opportunity.
“This is about reimagining how we engage with technology and data, ensuring that innovation and privacy go hand-in-hand.”
The discussions emphasised this point, highlighting the competitive advantage of adopting privacy-first strategies.
Google showcased innovative solutions like Google Tag and Enhanced Conversions.
These tools demonstrate a commitment to both high performance and privacy standards. Success stories illustrated how other businesses have successfully navigated this shift, offering valuable insights.
“We stand at a crucial juncture,” remarked Oluwadamilare Akinwunmi, Chief Data & AI Officer at Interswitch.
“The winners of tomorrow will be those enterprises that strike a balance between innovative, data-driven marketing and a profound commitment to data protection and privacy-first practices.
“The essential dialogues we engage in, and the subsequent actions we take, set us on the path to achieve precisely this.”
The roundtable underscored a pivotal shift towards privacy-first strategies in Nigeria’s digital marketing sphere, emphasising the critical role of collaboration and innovation in this transition.
It marks a collective stride towards a future where consumer trust and data privacy form the cornerstone of business growth and competitive advantage.
“We are committed to empowering Nigerian brands in building a privacy-forward future. By harnessing AI and privacy-centric technologies, we aim to empower our partners to thrive amidst these changes,” added Otolorin.
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