Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how NaijaGoal (“we,” “our,” “us”) collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information when you visit naijagoal.ng (the “Site”) and use our services (the “Services”).

We operate in Nigeria and handle personal data in accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) and applicable regulations. Where required, we obtain valid consent before collecting or processing personal information.

1) Who We Are & Contact Information

NaijaGoal
CCHub (Co-Creation Hub)
294 Herbert Macaulay Way
Yaba, Lagos
Nigeria

General inquiries: [email protected]
Privacy inquiries: [email protected]

2) Information We Collect

Information you provide directly:
When you contact us via email or any available form, we may collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.

Automatically collected information:
We gather technical and usage data such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, timestamps, and referring URLs. We also use cookies and similar technologies (see Section 7).

Analytics:
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how users interact with our Site. This may involve collecting event-level data, which is retained for a limited duration (typically between 2 and 14 months depending on configuration).

Advertising & affiliates:
We may display advertisements and include affiliate links. Third-party partners may use cookies or similar technologies to measure performance, prevent fraud, and attribute commissions. Where required, we provide notice and obtain consent.

3) How We Use Information

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and our editorial content (news, analysis, predictions)
• To analyze user engagement and improve performance
• To support advertising and affiliate activities
• To communicate with users and respond to inquiries
• To detect, prevent, and address security issues or misuse
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms

We process personal information based on your consent or as otherwise permitted under Nigerian law.

4) Sharing of Information

We may share your personal information with:

• Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, security, advertising tools) acting on our behalf
• Affiliate partners for tracking and attribution purposes
• Regulatory authorities or other parties where required by law or to protect our rights and users

We may also share aggregated or anonymized data that does not identify individuals.

5) International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed outside Nigeria by our service providers. In such cases, we apply appropriate safeguards to ensure your data remains protected.

6) Advertising, Analytics & Your Choices

Analytics (GA4): You can control or opt out of analytics tracking via your browser settings or available tools. Data retention ranges from 2 to 14 months.

Advertising: Third-party vendors may use cookies for personalized ads. You can manage preferences through their platforms (e.g., Google Ads Settings or industry opt-out tools).

Affiliate links: If you click an affiliate link and complete a qualifying action, we may earn a commission. These partners may use tracking technologies for attribution.

For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

7) Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and local storage to operate the Site, maintain security, remember user preferences, analyze traffic, and support advertising and affiliate features. Where required, we request consent before placing non-essential cookies.

8) Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary:

• Server logs: approximately 12 months
• Contact communications: up to 24 months unless legal obligations require longer retention
• Analytics data: typically between 2 and 14 months

9) Security

We apply appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data. However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

10) Your Rights & Choices

Under Nigerian data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data where applicable
• Withdraw consent for certain data processing activities

We are committed to ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly, kept accurate, and protected at all times.

To exercise your rights, please contact [email protected]. We will respond in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

11) Children’s Privacy

The Services are not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If such data is identified, please contact us for prompt removal.

12) Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, which are governed by their own policies.

13) Updates to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Site indicates your acceptance of the updated Policy. Where required, we will request renewed consent.

14) Contact

For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data:

Email: [email protected]
Address: CCHub (Co-Creation Hub), 294 Herbert Macaulay Way, Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria