🔒 Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Welcome to NAFEST Official Website (https://nafestofficial.com), the online platform of the National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST), organized by the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, register for events, or communicate with us.

By using this site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

The National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) is a Federal Government agency responsible for promoting, preserving, and showcasing Nigeria’s cultural heritage.
Office Address: Plot 1370 Ukpo Close, Off Oro Ago Crescent, Garki II, Abuja, Nigeria.
Email: info@ncac.gov.ng
Phone: +234 803 372 9477

2. Information We Collect

When you use our website, we may collect the following information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and organization when you fill out forms (e.g., contact, registration, or partnership).

• Non-Personal Data: Browser type, IP address, device information, and pages visited — collected through analytics tools and cookies.

• Media or Submissions: Photos, text, or files submitted for festival participation or collaboration.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process event registrations and partnership inquiries.

• Respond to messages and provide customer support.

• Send updates, newsletters, or festival announcements (only if you opt in).

• Improve our website performance and visitor experience.

• Maintain safety, compliance, and transparency across festival operations.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and understand visitor interactions.
Cookies may collect anonymous data for analytics and site optimization.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information.
However, we may share data:

• With authorized NCAC departments and host state partners for official festival coordination.

• With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., web hosting, analytics, or email systems) who process data on our behalf under confidentiality agreements.

• When required by law or government regulation.

6. Data Storage and Retention

Your information is securely stored on protected servers.
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above — typically until the conclusion of each festival cycle — after which it is safely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to or correction of your personal data.

• Withdraw consent for communications.

• Request deletion of your data where applicable.
  To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@ncac.gov.ng.

8. Children’s Privacy

While NAFEST includes youth-oriented events, our website is not designed to collect personal information from children under 18 without parental consent. If you believe a minor has submitted personal data, please contact us immediately.

9. Data Security

We apply administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

10. External Links

Our website may contain links to partner or media sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect new legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
📩 Email: info@ncac.gov.ng
📞 Phone: +234 803 372 9477
🏢 Address: National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC),
Plot 1370 Ukpo Close, Off Oro Ago Crescent, Garki II, Abuja, Nigeria.

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