Last Updated: May 14, 2026

1. Introduction

The Seyi Makinde 4 President Campaign (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletters, or interact with our campaign platform.

We comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. By using this website and submitting your details, you expressly consent to the practices described in this policy. We do not collect your personal information without your clear, informed consent.

2. Information We Collect

We are committed to data minimisation — we collect only the information that is necessary for the specific purposes described in this policy. We do not collect excessive or irrelevant personal data.

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

Email address (required for newsletter subscriptions)
Full name and contact details (optional, provided via contact forms)
Phone number (optional, for SMS updates)
Location data (state/LGA of residence, optional)
Professional background or organisational affiliation (optional)

B. Information Collected Automatically

Internet Protocol (IP) address
Browser type and version
Device information and operating system
Referral source and pages visited
Date and time of visits
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data strictly for the following purposes:

Sending campaign updates, newsletters, and policy announcements
Coordinating volunteer activities and community organising
Event invitations and constituency mobilisation
Analysing website traffic to improve user experience
Compliance with electoral and legal obligations
Responding to inquiries and constituent services

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the NDPR, we process your personal data based on:

Consent: Explicit, freely given permission obtained when you subscribe to communications or submit your details via our forms
Legitimate Interest: Campaign coordination and democratic engagement
Legal Obligation: Compliance with Electoral Act requirements and financial transparency regulations

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist in website hosting, email delivery, and data analytics (bound by confidentiality agreements and Data Processing Agreements — see Section 6)
Legal Requirements: When required by court order, electoral regulations, or applicable law
Campaign Affiliates: State-level campaign coordination teams (limited to necessary contact information only)

All third-party processors are required to maintain the same level of data protection standards as outlined in this policy and are contractually bound via formal Data Processing Agreements (DPAs).

6. International Data Transfers and Hosting

While our primary operations are based in Nigeria, some of our service providers and hosting infrastructure may process your data outside Nigeria, specifically in the United States of America (US) and the United Kingdom (UK).

Where such international transfers occur, we ensure the following protections are in place:

Data Processing Agreements (DPAs): Our hosting provider and all relevant third-party processors have signed formal DPAs that bind them to NDPR-equivalent data protection standards
Standard Contractual Clauses: We rely on contractual safeguards approved under the NDPR for cross-border data transfers
Due Diligence: We select only reputable international providers with established data protection certifications (such as ISO 27001 or SOC 2 compliance)

By using this website and submitting your details, you acknowledge that your data may be processed in the US or UK under these protective measures.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information, including:

SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission between your browser and our servers
Secure server infrastructure with firewalls and intrusion detection
Role-based access controls (RBAC) ensuring only authorised personnel can access personal data
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all administrative accounts
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Data Processing Agreements with our hosting provider ensuring infrastructure-level security standards

Despite these measures, no internet transmission is entirely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and protect your login credentials.

8. Your Consent

We will not collect, process, or store your personal information unless you have given clear, informed consent. Specifically:

All data collection forms on our website include an explicit consent checkbox or notice before submission
You are informed of the purpose of data collection at the point of submission
Consent is freely given, specific, and unambiguous — we do not use pre-ticked boxes or bundled consent
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us using the details in Section 12

Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before your withdrawal.

9. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the NDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data we hold
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“Right to be Forgotten”)
Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation on how we use your data
Right to Object: Opt-out of specific processing activities, including direct marketing
Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another controller

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details provided in Section 12. We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.

10. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy. The following specific retention periods apply:

Active newsletter subscribers: Retained until you unsubscribe or submit a deletion request
Contact form submissions: Retained for 24 months or as required by electoral and legal obligations
Analytics data: Anonymised after 36 months; no personally identifiable information is retained thereafter
Volunteer and event records: Retained for the duration of the campaign and up to 12 months thereafter, unless a shorter period is requested

How to Request Deletion:

You may request the deletion of your personal data at any time by:

Emailing us at info@seyimakinde4president.com with the subject line: “Data Deletion Request”
Providing your full name and the email address associated with your account or submission

We will process your deletion request within 30 days and confirm once your data has been securely removed. Note that we may be legally required to retain certain records under the Electoral Act 2022 even following a deletion request; we will inform you if this applies.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience:

Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality (session management, security)
Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics or similar tools to understand website traffic patterns
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, this may limit certain website functionalities. A cookie consent notice will be displayed on your first visit to this website.

12. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed at individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately and we will promptly remove such information.

13. Contact Information

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

Data Controller: Seyi Makinde 4 President Campaign

Data Protection Officer

Email: info@seyimakinde4president.com

Location: Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our website. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when revisions were made.

Consent Declaration

By using this website and submitting your personal information via any form on this platform, you confirm that:

• You have read and understood this Privacy Policy

• You consent to the collection, use, and processing of your data as described

• You acknowledge that your data may be processed in the US or UK under the safeguards described in Section 6

• You understand your right to withdraw consent and request deletion at any time

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and the Electoral Act 2022 as amended.