Below is our detailed Privacy Policy at the Nigeria Celebrates (NG@65). This document is designed to comply with international privacy standards (including NDPR, GDPR, and CCPA) and ensures transparency, security, and accountability in handling user data for all users of the platform: Creatives, Voters, Visitors, and Content Contributors.

Nigeria Celebrates (also referred to as “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, share, and protect the information you provide while accessing and engaging with the Nigeria Celebrates platform (“the Platform”), which includes our website, voting portals, creative submissions interface, and other digital services.

By accessing or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please refrain from using the platform.

1. Scope of This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the Nigeria Celebrates platform including but not limited to:

• Creatives submitting content (e.g., images, videos, poems, performances).

• Voters participating in competitions.

• Visitors browsing or interacting with the platform.

• Content contributors sharing blog stories or historical narratives.

• Users accessing quiz modules, livestreams, or gamified experiences.

• Individuals using the platform via desktop, mobile browsers.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

Information that identifies or can be used to identify you directly:

• Full Name

• Email Address

• Phone Number

• State/Location

• Gender

• Age (optional or required for eligibility)

• IP Address

• Profile picture (if uploaded)

• Social media handles (optional)

b. Creative Submission Data

• Uploaded images, videos, artwork, audio, or written work

• Creative category (e.g., poetry, fashion, spoken word)

• Description and tags related to your submission

• Consent to display and share your creative

c. Voting Interaction Data

• Selected entries and voting preferences

• Frequency and timestamps of votes

• Device/browser used

• Verification tokens (e.g., OTP or email validation)

d. Quiz Participation and Activity Data

• Quiz answers and scores

• Time spent on quiz activities

• Rewards earned (like points etc.)

e. Device and Technical Data

• Browser type and version

• Device type and operating system

• Mobile network data

• Log data (time, date, pages visited)

f. Cookies and Usage Data

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep users logged in

• Measure user activity and engagement

• Optimize page loading speed

• Deliver personalized content

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

a. User Identification and Onboarding

• To create visitor profiles for Creatives or Voters

• To verify eligibility (e.g., age, location) for participation

b. Creative Submission and Public Display

• To showcase submitted content under the respective creative categories

• To publicly display creative entries for viewing and voting

c. Voting Integrity and Interaction

• To ensure fair and transparent voting mechanisms

• To prevent multiple or fraudulent votes from a single user

d. Communication and Engagement

• To send platform notifications and promotional updates

• To respond to inquiries and support requests

e. Analytics and Platform Optimization

• To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience

• To generate reports for stakeholders and partners

f. Marketing and Campaign Promotion

• To feature selected creatives, blog stories, and contributors on our platform and social channels

• To promote NG@65 activities (with user consent where applicable)

4. Legal Basis for Processing Data

We process your data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Your consent

• Fulfillment of our contract with you (e.g., submission processing, voting participation)

• Legitimate interests (e.g., platform analytics, service improvement)

• Legal obligations (e.g., regulatory compliance)

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us or adjusting your settings.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. However, we may share data under the following circumstances:

a. With Your Consent

For example, when you opt in to share your story publicly or enter a creative challenge.

b. With Platform Service Providers

We may use trusted third-party vendors for:

• Data hosting

• Email notification services

• Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)

• Form management or CAPTCHA providers

All vendors are under data protection agreements and bound by confidentiality clauses.

c. For Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information to law enforcement or government agencies if required by law or in response to legal requests (e.g., court order, subpoena).

6. Data Storage and Retention

Your information is stored on secure servers provided by our hosting partners. We retain user data as follows:

• Basic user data: up to 2 years

• Creative submissions: retained for archival unless deletion is requested

• Voting records: anonymized after campaign ends

• Analytics data: retained in aggregate form for performance monitoring

Users may request deletion of their data by contacting our support team.

7. Data Security

We take the protection of your data seriously by implementing:

• HTTPS encryption across the platform

• Access controls for data management dashboards

• Regular vulnerability scans and audits

• Token-based verification for voting and submission

• CAPTCHA and spam protection on all forms

No system is 100% secure, but we continuously monitor our platform to detect and mitigate risks.

8. User Rights and Controls

As a user of Nigeria Celebrates, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information

• Delete your data (Right to Erasure)

• Object to processing for marketing or analytics

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Download your data in a machine-readable format

To exercise your rights, contact us via email: info@nigeriacelebrates.com

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Commitment to Protecting Minors

The Nigeria Celebrates (NG@65) platform is deeply committed to the protection of minors and compliance with child protection laws both locally and internationally. While we encourage inclusive participation in national pride activities, we recognize the sensitivity and vulnerability of children in digital spaces.

Age Threshold for Data Collection

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental or guardian consent. In alignment with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the U.S., and other global regulations, we treat anyone under the age of 13 as a child for privacy purposes.

Minors Aged 13–17

For users between the ages of 13 and 17, submission of creative entries, participation in contests, and quiz activities may be allowed only under specific conditions:

• A parental or guardian consent form must be completed and approved.

• The guardian must verify identity through a secure channel (e.g., email confirmation or document upload).

• The platform may require supervised participation, especially for content uploaded to public galleries.

Safeguards in Place for Minors

• All data provided by minors is encrypted, stored separately, and managed with stricter access controls.

• Uploaded content from minors is manually reviewed before publication to ensure it is appropriate and safe.

• We prohibit any profiling, behavioral advertising, or targeted marketing to users under 18.

• Interactive features such as comment sections, chats, or livestream interactions are moderated to prevent harmful interactions.

Rights of Parents and Guardians

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal data to Nigeria Celebrates without your consent, or if you want to access, correct, or delete your child’s data, you may contact our Data Protection Officer immediately at [insert email/contact]. Upon request and verification, we will take appropriate steps to:

• Remove or anonymize your child’s information from our servers

• Disable the child’s account (if applicable)

• Prevent further collection or processing

10. Third-Party Links and Platforms

Engagement with External Platforms

The Nigeria Celebrates platform may integrate or link out to third-party platforms to enhance the digital experience and broaden visibility. These third parties include but are not limited to:

• Social Media Platforms (Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter/X)

• Survey Tools (e.g., Google Forms)

• Authentication Systems (e.g., Google OAuth)

• Reward Platforms (e.g., RaffleDraw integrations)

Limitations of Responsibility

While we only partner with reputable third-party providers, once you leave our platform by clicking a third-party link or using embedded content, your data is subject to that third-party’s terms, policies, and practices. We do not control how these platforms collect or use your data.

We are not responsible for:

• The privacy practices or security standards of third-party platforms.

• Content accuracy, opinions, or data handling policies on linked platforms.

• Any data collected independently by third parties during your interactions (e.g., login metadata, location, ad tracking).

User Responsibility

We strongly recommend that users:

• Review the privacy policies of every third-party site they visit through our platform.

• Adjust cookie and privacy settings on those platforms.

• Limit personal data sharing unless necessary.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Policy Maintenance and Review

The Nigeria Celebrates platform is a dynamic, evolving initiative. As such, this Privacy Policy may be revised periodically to reflect:

• Changes in data processing practices

• Introduction of new features (e.g., gamification, reward systems)

• Updates in legal requirements or regulatory frameworks

• Feedback from users and partners

How We Notify You

When significant changes are made:

• Users may receive email notifications, alerts within the platform, or a banner message prompting them to review updates.

• A changelog summary may be provided for transparency on what has changed.

User Acknowledgment and Acceptance

Your continued use of the Nigeria Celebrates platform after a Privacy Policy update will be deemed to mean that you:

• Have read the revised policy

• Understand the changes

• Agree to the new terms

We encourage users to regularly check this Privacy Policy for updates.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

Email: nigeriacelebrates65@gmail.com
Call: 07047845326
WhatsApp only: 09058416810
Address: Lagos, Nigeria.

13. Governing Law

Primary Legal Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy, and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with it or its subject matter, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Applicable Laws Include:

• Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) issued by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)

• Cybercrimes Act (2015) regarding online data breaches

• Consumer protection laws and applicable ICT and telecommunications regulations

Dispute Resolution

• Any dispute regarding data protection or user privacy shall be first resolved amicably through negotiation.

• If unresolved, such dispute may be escalated to the Nigerian Data Protection Bureau (NDPB) or an appropriate data protection authority.

• In some cases, legal recourse may be pursued in Nigerian courts, depending on the severity and jurisdiction of the breach.